Equipment Operator

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Egremont; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Relocation assistance

Professional training and development opportunities

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is seeking an Equipment Operator based in Egremont, AB. The role involves ensuring safe operations and conducting inspections of equipment. Candidates should have experience with highway maintenance equipment, a valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license, and be able to work varying shifts.

The company offers industry-leading compensation, benefits, and professional training within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating tractor-trailers and other maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform various highway maintenance activities.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operations and compliance with procedures.
• Perform pre & post inspection of equipment.
• Report equipment defects to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Maintain tidiness within the equipment.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports.

Skills

Experience in equipment operations

Ability to perform highway maintenance

Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license

Ability to work day and night shifts

Solid HSE fundamentals

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is an ISO-9001-2015 certified company providing highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions

We are looking to hire an Equipment Operator to be based in Egremont, AB.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work operations and full compliance to operating procedures.
• Responsible for pre & post inspection check of equipment and track in log book.
• Report any equipment defects or maintenance issues to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Responsible for checking and refilling equipment fuels and fluids to required specs.
• Track any refueling or tops in inspection log.
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment. Maintain tidiness within the equipment.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Actively participate in the compliance of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance System.
• Perform other duties that may be required from time to time.

Required Skills

• Experience in equipment operations including tractor-trailers, snowplow trucks with sanders, maintenance graders, and/or other highway maintenance / construction equipment.
• Experience and ability to perform various highway maintenance activities including highway maintenance labour work, road and bridge maintenance, and other construction activities.
• A valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license.
• Ability to work day and night shifts.
• Demonstrated initiative with solid HSE fundamentals and a sound work ethic.

LaPrairie Works Inc provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, relocation assistance, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic, and proactive work environment.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.