Heavy Equipment Operator

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Professional training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading construction services provider is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Slave Lake, Alberta. The role involves operating loaders, ensuring safe work practices, and maintaining equipment records. Candidates must have proven experience loading gravel trucks, operate wheel loaders, and be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. This position offers industry-leading compensation and benefits along with opportunities for professional training in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in loading gravel trucks is required.
• Experience operating a wheel loader is a must.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Must start early and adapt to shifting schedules.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work operations and full compliance to operating procedures.
• Operate loader in a safe manner as per OEM recommendations.
• Prepare and submit required daily reports.
• Perform pre & post inspection checks of equipment.
• Maintain accurate records in equipment log.
• Assist with fueling and maintaining fluid levels.
• Record fuel and fluid quantities in inspection log.
• Assist in equipment maintenance as needed.
• Maintain good housekeeping at worksites and on equipment.
• Prepare and submit daily reports.
• Perform other functions as needed.

Skills

Experience in loading gravel trucks

Operating a Wheel Loader

Ability to multitask

Flexible hours availability

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc. – Carwald Division, a member of the LaPrairie Group of Companies, delivers redi-mix concrete and specialty aggregate solutions throughout Alberta. For over 65 years, Carwald has supplied high-quality materials and admixtures that help build and sustain Alberta’s infrastructure. With modern mixers, pumpers, and reliable delivery services, we provide efficient and dependable support across the province while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, service, and operational excellence.

We are looking to hire a Heavy Equipment Operator, to be based in Slave Lake, AB.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work operations and full compliance to operating procedures.
• Receive directions from site foreman regarding day-to-day operations and tasks.
• Operate loader in a safe manner as per OEM recommendations.
• Pre & post inspection checks of the equipment.
• Maintain accurate records in equipment log.
• Assist with fueling equipment and maintaining all fluid levels to required specifications.
• Ensure fuel and fluid quantities are accurately recorded in the inspection log.
• Assist in the maintenance works of the equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices at worksites and on equipment.
• Prepare and submit required daily reports.
• Perform other functions as needed.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in loading Gravel trucks is required
• Experience operating a Wheel Loader is a must.
• Early morning start is a must.
• Arrive early and be ready for work.
• Ability to multi task is a must, as this position is fast paced and time sensitive to keep gravel trucks on delivery schedule.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.

LaPrairie Works Inc. provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic, and proactive work environment.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.