Equipment Operator - Telecom Construction

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Milton; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) seeks an experienced Equipment Operator to safely operate a range of construction machinery and support telecom crew members on diverse sites across Ontario. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to project specs in a high-pressure environment.

You will perform light maintenance, read underground locates, and collaborate with stakeholders while meeting daily production targets and maintaining safe work practices.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Equipment operation.
• Directional drilling experience is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in telecommunications is an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents.
• Must be able to track and communicate daily production and materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret stakeholders’ needs, and identify solutions.
• Must have and maintain a clean and current driver’s license and abstract.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position (lifting up to 50 pounds, weather, heights).
• Experience with safely operating a variety of large and small power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, dozers, skid steers, etc.
• Provide light maintenance and routine service to equipment
• Operates equipment, hand tools and lifts heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
• Reads underground utility locates and ensures safe digging practices
• Maintains a healthy and safe work environment for all stakeholders
• Works with overhead telecom line crew and restores sites
• Maintain equipment in good condition and report findings
• Take active role in Ledcor’s health and safety program

Skills

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Drug & alcohol test

Telecom construction

Team collaboration

Tools

Excavators

Backhoes

Trenchers

Dozers

Skid steers

Job description

Description

You are an experienced Equipment Operator with a proven ability to work alongside crew members in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality to help build telecommunications networks. You have knowledge of current construction work safe practices. This position provides opportunity for a diverse career path and longevity with an industry leading telecommunications company. Learn more about working at Ledcor: Watch here.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Safe and efficient operation of mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, dozers, skid steers, etc.
• Provide light maintenance and routine service to equipment
• Operates equipment, hand tools and lifts heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
• Reads underground utility locates and ensures safe digging practices are always being adhered to
• Maintains a healthy and safe work environment for the crew, the public, the customer, and Ledcor
• Works as a part of an overhead telecom line crew and assists with restoring job sites back to their original state
• Maintain all equipment in good and safe working condition and report any findings to lead hand
• Take active role in Ledcor’s health and safety program

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in Equipment operation
• Directional drilling experience is considered an asset
• Previous experience in telecommunications is an asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of construction documents
• Must be able to track and communicate daily production and materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret stakeholders’ needs, and identify solutions
• Must have and maintain a clean and current driver’s license and abstract
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.)
• Experience with safely operating a variety of large and small power equipment, light vehicles and properly tow/back-up trailers

Work Conditions:

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.)
• Travel to various sites in the surrounding London, Ontari area
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions

Compensation

$37.06 - $46.16 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

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.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

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.

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.