Equipment Operator - Powerline Construction

Ledcor; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor, a leading infrastructure contractor, seeks an experienced Equipment Operator to support powerline construction across Saskatchewan. This role blends heavy equipment operation with hands-on labour in challenging ground conditions and requires travel to multiple sites.

Safety-minded individuals who can perform pre-trip inspections, operate excavators and trenching equipment, and collaborate with crew to meet production targets will thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in construction or utility environments.
• Experience with rock drilling or working in rocky terrain is required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 1A or 3A considered an asset).
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.
• CSTS, First Aid, Ground Disturbance, or other safety certifications are assets.
• Experience working around live utilities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as: Excavators, Skid steers, Backhoes and Zoom booms (as required)
• Perform rock drilling and trenchingin various soil and rock conditions
• Complete general labour duties, including: hand digging and trenching, assisting with pole setting, conductor stringing, and underground utility installation, site preparation, grading, and cleanup
• Conduct pre-trip and routine equipment inspections
• Follow all company safety policies and participate in daily safety meetings
• Work closely with crew members to meet production targets

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Rock drilling

Driver's license

Safety certifications

Live utilities experience

Job description

You are an experienced and safety-minded Equipment Operator supporting Powerline construction projects across Saskatchewan. Your role involves a combination of heavy equipment operation and hands-on labour, including work in challenging ground conditions.

If you are safety driven, physically capable, experienced in power line construction, join our Utilities team in Saskatchewan today!

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Essential Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as: Excavators, Skid steers, Backhoes and Zoom booms (as required)

• Perform rock drilling and trenchingin various soil and rock conditions

• Complete general labour duties, including: hand digging and trenching, assisting with pole setting, conductor stringing, and underground utility installation, site preparation, grading, and cleanup

• Conduct pre-trip and routine equipment inspections

• Follow all company safety policies and participate in daily safety meetings

• Work closely with crew members to meet production targets

Qualifications:

• Experience operating heavy equipment in construction or utility environments

• Experience with rock drilling or working in rocky terrain is required

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 1A or 3A considered an asset)

• Strong work ethic and ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors

• Commitment to safety and teamwork

• CSTS, First Aid, Ground Disturbance, or other safety certifications are assets

• Experience working around live utilities is an asset

Work Conditions:

• Travel to various sites is required

• This role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.