Equipment Operator

ABOUT US

Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. is a multi-disciplined construction company offering superior civil, electrical and mechanical services including piping, insulation, scaffolding, and module fabrication. As one of Canada's largest and most diverse construction and infrastructure development companies, we're always on the search for exceptional craft candidates to fill our ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on hiring only those exceptional individuals who value safety in the workplace and remain committed to the collective goal of maintaining our Aecon ‘zero injury’ culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Equipment Operator will operate any of the following; Excavator and/or skid-steer. When not operating equipment, the Operator will be expected to work with the Labourers to prepare and clean up the construction sites, move materials and equipment and perform demolition, excavation and compaction activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Heavy Equipment Operators control equipment by moving levers or foot pedals, operating switches and/or turning dials

• Handle and distribute construction materials (e.g. load and unload vehicles with supplies, equipment and construction materials; move tools, equipment and construction materials to and from work areas; remove rubble and other debris)

• Excavate, backfill and compact subgrade (e.g. move and level earth using shovels and rakes, operate pneumatic tampers)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Operate heavy equipment safely

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on Equipment

• Read grade plans and use grade stakes in measuring the amount of earth to be moved

• Follow directions that are spoken or given by hand signals

• Physical strength and stamina

• Manual dexterity

• A safety-conscious attitude

• The ability to work with others in a team

• Must be willing to work in remote job locations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Repetitive movement

• Able to perform in a fast paced environment

5/2 shift

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $34.96-$44.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• skid-steer: 1 year (preferred)
• Excavator: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Edmonton, AB T5Y 6K2 (required)

Work Location: In person