Loader Operator

Subsidiary : Colas Western Canada Inc.

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities.

In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions.

More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment.

As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Mission

Terus Construction, a Division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is seeking a full-time Loader Operator for its operations in Crescent Valley, BC.

Duties / Tasks

• Load material from stockpiles to appropriate piles and trucks.
• Operate a wash plant for safe and quality minded operation.
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, and clean, lubricate, and refill the equipment as necessary
• Keep facilities clean and tidy.
• Maneuver heavy equipment into loading and unloading positions
• Participate, accept, and adopt the principles described in the company safety program
• Other duties as required

Knowledge / Skills

• Demonstrate a high attention to detail, be extremely organized, ability to multi-task, self-motivated.
• Capable of working independently, promote a positive and safe work environment working collaboratively with team members & other management in the field in a physically demanding and fast paced work environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as lubricating, belt splicing, cleaning, etc.
• Valid class 5 driver's license with clean driver's abstract.
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more, ability to work in extreme weather conditions, confined space & heights, and possess the required PPE and steel-toed work shoes.
• First Aid & WHMIS certificates are considered and asset.
• Successfully pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However, only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug / alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.