Foundations Drill Rig Operator

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Foundations Drill Rig Operator, where your expertise in driven piling procedures will be vital for a high-profile infrastructure project in Edmonton. This role emphasizes safety and quality while offering opportunities for career growth and development. You will be part of a dedicated team that values continuous improvement and community engagement, all while working in diverse weather conditions. If you take pride in your work and are looking for long-term employment opportunities, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Extended Health Coverage

Dental Insurance

Optical Insurance

Prescription Drug Plan

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Disability Coverage

Emergency Travel Coverage

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Strong commitment to health and safety on the worksite.

Responsibilities

• Operate large, tracked drill rigs safely and productively.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and complete paperwork.

Skills

Driven Piling Procedures

Safety Procedures

Mechanical Repairs

Problem Solving

Education

CSTS 2020 Certification

Ground Disturbance Level 2 Certification

Tools

Soilmec Drill Rigs

Bauer Drill Rigs

Job description

Description

As a Foundations Drill Rig Operator with experience in industrial and infrastructure projects, you are skilled in driven piling procedures, making you an asset for this high-profile infrastructure project in Edmonton, AB. You prioritize safety and quality, and you take pride in your work each day.

When you join Ledcor, you will be part of a team that strives for continuous improvement, gives back to the communities in which we work, and supports career growth and development with potential for long-term employment opportunities.

Join the Ledcor team today!

Benefits Package: Benefits and extended health coverage, dental, optical, prescription drug plan, short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & disability coverage, and emergency travel.

Location of work: Edmonton, Alberta

• Drive-in and drive-out; Edmonton and surrounding area applicants will be considered due to location of the project.
• Shift-based position working five days on and two days off, with 10-12 hours per day.

• Work will be primarily outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Project scope completion: October 2025.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Previous experience operating Soilmec and Bauer drill rigs is considered an asset.
• Fully understands all safety aspects of equipment operations on an infrastructure site.
• You are a team player with a strong safety record, who takes pride in their work.
• Successfully complete all necessary paperwork legibly and correctly.
• Safe and productive operation of large, tracked drill rigs, with the ability to perform small mechanical repairs if required.
• Conduct daily pre-use and post-use inspections of equipment.
• Read and understand engineered drawing sets and apply best practices in the field.
• Ability to problem-solve in the field with input from supervision.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Experience installing permanent secant piles and large diameter drilled shafts.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Hold CSTS 2020 and Ground Disturbance Level 2 certifications.
• Strong commitment to health and safety on the worksite.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Additional Information:

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. Our projects include contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways, 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. Our benefits include extended health and dental, vision care, disability, life insurance, and mental health resources. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package, administered through the Union, in accordance with the collective agreement.

Employment Equity:

At Ledcor, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our success. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other characteristics.

Our True Blue team values diverse perspectives and experiences, fostering a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided throughout our hiring process. Applicants should specify their needs in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

7008 Roper Road NW, Edmonton, AB