Picker Truck Operator

Strike Group; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company is seeking a Picker Truck Operator to assist in moving and lifting materials, operate a 1 Ton Picker Truck, and perform routine maintenance tasks. The successful candidate must be a registered Apprentice or a ticketed Journeyperson Pipefitter with experience in heavy oil and gas projects. The workplace is known for its strong safety culture and commitment to employee well-being, ensuring every employee returns home safely. This is an equal opportunity position in Grande Prairie, Canada.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Apprentice or ticketed Journeyperson Pipefitter.
• Experienced operator in heavy oil and gas industrial projects.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Must have a valid non-graduated driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate picker trucks to lift, move, position or place equipment and materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspection and calculate crane capacities.
• Conduct routine maintenance work such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Inspect loaded truck for accuracy of order and compliance with weight.

Skills

Heavy oil and gas industrial experience

Operational knowledge of picker trucks

Safety awareness

Education

Registered Apprentice or ticketed Journeyperson Pipefitter

Job description

Position Summary

The primary function of the Picker Truck Operator will be to assist in moving and lifting various materials including client supplied equipment and pumpjack installations and removals. The operator will be required to operate a 1 Ton Picker Truck. In addition, the operator could be asked to perform various duties on the ground as needed when not operating the picker truck.

Core Accountabilities

• Operate picker trucks to lift, move, position or place equipment and materials
• Perform pre-operational inspection, and calculate crane capacities and weight to prepare for rigging and hoisting
• Perform routine maintenance work such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Inspect loaded truck for accuracy of order, compliance with weight
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate and refill equipment
• Other various responsibilities may be required

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Apprentice or ticketed Journeyperson Pipefitter
• Experienced operator in heavy oil and gas industrial projects
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Must have a valid non-graduated driver's license

Why work for Strike

Based in Western Canada with a head office in Calgary, Alberta, we provide energy and industrial construction and maintenance services across the largest geographical area in Canada.

At Strike we continuously demonstrate leadership, drive, creativity, and initiative. This has been shown through the recognition of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2007, and then later recognized at Platinum Level for Canada’s Best Managed Companies distinction since 2018.

Our team is comprised of loyal, supportive, and forward-thinking industry professionals. We foster a stable, safe, and community-minded environment where you can embrace professional development and maximize your upward mobility. At Strike we also reward our own people for their continuous commitment, energy, enthusiasm, and results. Our culture at Strike is highly important to us, which is why we make many efforts to support those employed at Strike.

Strike’s main value is that every employee gets home safe. We are a safety focused company that allows our employees to work efficiently with the safest equipment and procedures. At Strike, we have created a community that supports the importance of physical and mental health. As we value the importance of treating others as we wish to be treated, Strike has a welcoming and inclusive team.

Strike Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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