Screw Pile Operator/ Swamper - Fort McMurray

Primoris Services Corporation; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation

Job summary

Primoris Canada is seeking a Screw Pile Operator to support outdoor construction sites in Alberta. You will operate screw pile machinery and related heavy equipment, perform daily maintenance, and follow safety procedures on busy job sites.

The role involves shifts of 24/4 or as project dictates, working outdoors, with accommodations available. Must have a valid Class 5 license, experience with helical pile drive heads, and the ability to read detailed plans.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Experience with screw pile installation.
• Experience operating excavators is asset.
• Ability to read plans and drawings.
• CSO Ground Disturbance Level 2.
• Physically able to lift 50 lb.
• Ability to work outdoors and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Company and Client Safety rules, OH&S standards.
• Demonstrate safe operating procedures.
• Participate in daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment (greasing, inspections).
• Load/unload materials.
• Load/unload pipe.
• Utilize attachments (Grapple, Pallet Forks, Jib, Bucket).
• Complete pre-job equipment inspections.
• Attend required safety and tailgate/toolbox meetings.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Screw piling

Excavator operation

Wheel loader

Skid steer

Pipe grapple

Towing trailers

Read drawings

Ground Disturbance

Safety compliance

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Overview: COMPANY PROFILE

Primoris Canada is an infrastructure contractor serving major firms in the oil, gas, power, petrochemical, and heavy oil industries and include services covering tailings and hydro-transport pipeline construction and maintenance, storage tank construction and maintenance, industrial facilities multi-discipline construction and maintenance, piping fabrication, and pipeline integrity services.

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Screw Pile Operator is responsible for maintaining and operating various pieces of equipment for the installation of screw piles. This work exists primarily outdoors and may be physically demanding.

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Edmonton - With travel to sites as needed

Shift: 24/4 or determined by project scope

Accommodation: Camp available

Hourly Rate: Determined based on experience

JOB DUTIES

• Comply with Company and Client Safety rules, as well as OH&S standards
• Demonstrate safe operating procedures
• Participate in the daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment (greasing, visual inspections of all hydraulic components, shoveling tracks, etc.)
• Load/unload materials
• Load/unload pipe
• Utilize all attachments (Grapple, Pallet Forks, Jib, Bucket)
• Complete pre-job equipment inspections
• Attend required safety and tailgate/toolbox meetings
• May perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be in possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Must have experience operating John Deere Excavators & Link-Belt Excavators with Helical/Screw Piling Drive heads for efficient and safe helical pile installation
• Must have experience operating a wheel loader, skid steer, and pipe grapple
• Must have experience towing trailers
• Experience operating an excavator for earthwork projects is considered an asset
• Can quickly and accurately read and communicate specifications from detailed plans and drawings
• CSO Ground Disturbance Level 2
• Must be physically able to lift 50lb
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Organized and self-motivated
• Pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment

Primoris embraces the belief that our employees are our greatest asset and most valuable resource. We realize that a successful company depends on skilled, happy workers. Because of this belief, we put forth every effort to make Primoris the employer of choice for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry; and company-paid career training contributes to employees’ professional development and advancement.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates chosen for further review will be contacted. All applications will be kept confidential and will be retained for future consideration.

#LI-MS2 Power Your Potential. As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.