Excavator Operator - Sudbury, ON

VistaCare; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Canada seeks an Excavator Operator for a full-time position. You will be involved in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, operating various equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency on site. The role requires strong physical capabilities and a valid DZ driver's license. Competitive hourly wages and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

50% employer-paid health benefits

Group Life Insurance

Employee Referral Program Bonus

Company social events

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand work orders and blueprints.
• Experience in general civil construction.
• Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform various manual labour tasks for telecommunication construction.
• Operate excavating equipment and assist in loading/unloading.
• Maintain company assets and health and safety inspections.

Skills

Strong manual dexterity

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Excellent work ethic

Ability to lift and carry 60+ lbs

Safe operation of equipment

Team player

Education

Valid DZ driver’s license

Tools

Excavator

Bucket truck

Digger derrick

Cable trencher/plow

Job description

Overview

VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider for telecommunications infrastructure, offering services to plan, design, manage and build telecommunication networks. We work with telecommunications companies in Canada and the US, focusing on quality, innovation and efficiency.

We are currently seeking an Excavator Operator to join our operations in a permanent, full-time position in Canada.

The Excavator Operator is involved in the installation and maintenance of overhead and underground copper and fiber optic telecommunications infrastructure in Northern Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Perform various manual labour tasks related to telecommunication construction;
• Understand and adhere to all health and safety rules established by the company and governing legislation;
• Use rakes, shovels, and wheelbarrows to assist in loading, unloading materials and tools;
• Work at heights and in confined spaces; regularly carry, climb, and descend ladders;
• Operate various hand tools;
• Operate battery-powered, gas-powered, or pneumatic equipment, such as a chainsaw;
• Operate excavating equipment, as well as boats, snowmobiles, and ATVs to reach undeveloped sites and adapt to terrain;
• Set up materials on site to make them available to line technicians;
• Concrete/masonry work, rough carpentry, landscaping, and tree trimming, as required;
• Follow equipment maintenance schedules and advise if repair is required;
• Assist with road safety patrolling on site;
• Complete accurately all work reports with company-provided devices;
• Regularly perform health and safety inspections of equipment and tools;
• Report on work milestones and delays to the foreman and/or team leader;
• Communicate with co-workers to ensure the job is set up, materials are on site, and the site is dismantled as needed;
• Complete all forms (e.g., time reports, safety assessments, driver logs) accurately and on time;
• Strive to meet or exceed customer standards;
• Maintain clean and safe work sites and vehicles;
• Read and interpret plans or diagrams to meet required specifications of the scope of work;
• Maintain company assets (tools, equipment, vehicles, etc.) diligently and prevent loss, theft or damage;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or crew leader;
• Perform other tasks related to this function.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail;
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, as well as rural, isolated, and wilderness locations;
• Ability to work professionally, interact politely with customers and the public, and demonstrate excellent work ethic;
• Ability to work continually in a physically demanding environment; able to frequently lift and carry 60+ lbs;
• Ability to operate various equipment in a safe manner;
• Self-disciplined, motivated, organized, and a team player;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks;
• Support a safe, friendly, unified, equitable, and non-discriminatory workplace.

Additional Requirements

• Valid DZ driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract;
• Willingness to work out of town, overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required;
• Proficient in English (written and verbal);
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check.

Experience Required

• General civil construction knowledge;
• Ability to read and understand work orders and blueprints;
• Operating excavating equipment (e.g., backhoe, excavator, cable trencher/plow);
• Operating a bucket truck/digger derrick/pole truck;
• Telecommunications infrastructure knowledge;
• Handling and installing fibre optic and copper cables is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

• The hourly wage for this position ranges between $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr, depending on experience, skills and qualifications.
• Compensation is paid out every week on Thursdays;
• 50% employer-paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance);
• Group Life Insurance;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Employee Referral Program Bonus;
• Company-Matched RRSP;
• Company social events;
• Additional benefits available.

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