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Excavator/Hoe Operator, Underground Construction (Opérateur d'excavatrice/houe, construction souterraine)

POST DATE
17 January 2023
CLOSING DATE
30 June 2023
CITY
Edmonton
LANGUAGE
English
JOB TYPE
Temporary
HOURS OF WORK
Full time
SALARY
$ $32.00 to $38.00 / hour

Tasks

Reporting to the Foreman the Excavator Operator will be responsible for preparing the ground for pipeline installation as required
- Operate heavy equipment (excavator/hoe), including Hydraulic Excavator
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
- Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
- Secure special attachments to equipment
- Perform minor repairs to equipment
- Ensure the trench is excavated to the specific depth/grade
- Place water, storm, and sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation
- Observe the condition of the equipment and materials used to ensure it meets the company’s standards
- Report any possible problems or defects
- Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner
- Follow directions of the ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement, and grading
- Operate two-way ratios and other communication equipment
- Prepare accident reports
- Know, understand, and ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Ensure compliance with current ground disturbance regulations
- Know and follow the company’s rules, policies, and procedures

Requirements of the job

Work experience

1 year of related experience

Skills required

- Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Dangerous, Dusty
- Work Setting: Sewers and watermains, Underground construction, Large diameter pipeline construction, Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction
- Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Handling heavy loads (Up to 23 kg or 50 Lbs), Physically demanding, Overtime required
- Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player
- Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots
- Type of Equipment operated: Excavator/Hoe, Trencher, large or small,
- Security and safety: Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements

How to apply

To submit your resume, please contact Accès Emploi at 780-490-6975.