Equipment Operator

laprairie; Flatbush; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Professional training

Development opportunities

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc. in Flatbush, AB is hiring an Equipment Operator to operate winter and highway maintenance equipment, ensuring safe and efficient road clearance per contract requirements.

Based in Flatbush, AB, you will perform routine maintenance, document hours and fuel usage, participate in safety and QA programs, and support ongoing projects with on-call day/night shifts. Relocation assistance is available as part of our industry-leading compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with winter maintenance and highway maintenance activities.
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license and good driving record.
• First Aid Training welcomed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate spreader, plow wing, combo unit or tow plow safely to clear local roads per contract requirements.
• Operate required specialized winter equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Review route maps and application rates; complete hours and fuel reports.
• Uphold HSE fundamentals and perform pre/post inspection checks.
• Report defects to Foreman/Superintendent and track fuel/top-ups.
• Submit daily/weekly reports and support ISO 9001:2015 QA system.

Skills

Off-road winter driving

Highway maintenance

Day/Night shifts on-call

Class 1 or 3 license

Driver's abstract good standing

First Aid Training

Strong communication skills

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 Flatbush, AB.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operation of spreader, plow wing, combo unit or tow plow in a safe and efficient manner to carry out the clearing of local roads as per the contract requirements.
• Operate required specialized winter equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the equipment and conduct any routine maintenance, including performing minor repairs as needed.
• Review and understand route maps and application rates.
• Complete/ maintain accurate hours of service records, safety reports, and fuel reports.
• Observe and uphold HSE fundamentals.
• 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 top ups in inspection log.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Actively participate in the compliance of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance System.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills

• Experience with off-road & winter driving.
• Experience in highway maintenance activities, such as winter maintenance, surface repairs, roadside and bridge maintenance.
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license.
• Driver's abstract in good standing.
• First Aid Training.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

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.