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Equipment OperatorBlack & McDonald Limited • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Black & McDonald Limited • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald's Western Utilities team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Reporting to the Site Foreman, or their designate, the Equipment Operator is responsible for operating machinery on utility (electrical and civil) construction sites, with a primary focus on rubber‑tire backhoes and mini excavators. They will work closely with tradespersons, coordinators, managers, and site superintendent personnel to support project milestones and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and effectively.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Safely operate equipment in the installation of Underground Utilities
  • Operate equipment in residential areas
  • Responsible for the safe operation and basic maintenance of the organization's equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, stakes, and signage
  • Coordinate and organize daily activities
  • Perform and log pre-operation safety inspections
  • Prepare and coordinate safety toolbox talks and complete pre-job hazard assessments
  • Fuel and Grease Equipment to maintain safe and optimal operation
  • General Labourer duties and other activities at construction site as required

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
  • Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
  • Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
  • Customer Focus (understands the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
  • Holds Self and others Accountable (takse personal responsibility to meet commitments)
  • Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
  • Teamwork and Collaboration (works cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
  • Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)

EDUCATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma is preferred
  • Valid Alberta Driver's License required with a clean driving abstract
  • Experience operating 1 or more of the following with at least 5 years experience:
    • Rubber Tire Backhoe
    • Mini Excavator
  • 2-5 years experience working in the construction industry in an operator role
  • Ground Disturbance
  • CSTS
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-directed and self-starter with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Willing and able to travel

Construction Safety Certifications including the following are considered assets:

  • Fall Arrest
  • WHMIS
  • First Aid

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Successful candidates may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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