Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

McBride Career Group Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking operators for heavy equipment in the Edmonton area. This full-time seasonal role requires experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in physically demanding environments. Successful candidates will operate various heavy machinery and ensure safety standards are met. Benefits include medical coverage and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Extended Medical benefits

Life Insurance

Bonus

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent training.
• Basic English language skills.
• Ability to handle up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment.
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill tanks.
• Conduct pre-operational checks.
• Secure attachments to equipment.
• Monitor safety conditions.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Attention to detail

Team Player

Education

No education required

Tools

Asphalt Spreader

Paver

Roller

Grader

Compactor

Screed

Job description

Employer: Rulam Contracting Ltd.

• Job Location: The position requires travel to various locations in the Acheson/Edmonton area. Travel expenses are covered by the employer for travel outside the Edmonton area.
• Wage: $34.00 to $40.00 /hour (based on skills and experience/salary increases as per company’s policy)
• Employment terms and conditions: Seasonal employment, full-time, 40 to 70 hours per week (weather dependent), Overtime, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend
• Benefits: Dental benefits, Disability benefits, Extended Medical benefits, Life Insurance, Bonus.
• Vacancies: 8
• Anticipated start date: Spring 2024 (Actual start date is weather-dependent)

Job requirements:

• Language: Basic English
• Education: No education is required
• Experience: 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent training
• Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Overtime required
• Weight Handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Dusty, Noisy, Traffic
• Own Tools/Equipment: Steel-toed safety boots
• Personal Suitability: Team Player
• Area of Work: Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction, Road construction, Asphalt finishing, Fine grading and finishing, Rough grading, Sub-grade rolling
• Type of Heavy Equipment Operated: Asphalt Spreader, Paver, Roller, Grader, Compactor, Screed

Duties:

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Monitor safety conditions

How to apply:

• By Mail: 11175 – 255 Street, Acheson, Alberta T7X 6C9
• By Fax: [phone]
• By Email: [e-mail]

Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, and Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.