Job Description

Excavator Operator (Heavy Construction Equipment Operator)

Employer:  Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. 

Business Address: 7175 12 St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2S6

Job Locations: Based in Calgary, AB, with travel to various locations in Calgary and surrounding areas, AB

Wage: $31.80 (starting rate) - $42.80 per hour (salary increases based on skills and experience, and annual reviews, per Company policy)

Employment terms and conditions: Permanent, Full-Time (30 to 70 hours/week, weather-dependent); Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime

Benefits: Dental and health care plan, Disability benefits, Life and ADD Insurance, RRSP

Vacancies: 12

Anticipated start date:  As soon as possible

Job requirements:

Language: Basic English

Education: Not required

Experience:  1 year of related experience

Type of heavy equipment operated: Excavator, Grader, Packer, Bulldozer

Area of work:  Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction, Road construction, Underground, Deep and shallow utilities; Backfilling, Ditching, Excavation, Land clearing, Sub-grade excavating, Trenching

Work Site Environment: Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat, and humidity

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 30 lbs on a regular basis

Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots

Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract) not required for the position, but may be needed to perform certain tasks; Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements

Duties:

Reporting to the Foreman, the Excavator Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of an Excavator to ensure the work completed is delivered according to Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd.’s company policies and procedures, Alberta Occupational Health and Safety, and contract specifications.

• Operate an excavator in a safe and appropriate manner and maintain proper awareness of one’s surroundings while operating the excavator on public roadways.
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks.
• Operate computer-controlled equipment.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Ensure the trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade and, at minimum, meets OH&S requirements.
• Responsible for crane material and/or equipment at the worksite. Be aware of the proper rigging process.
• Follow the directions of the ground crew regarding excavation, grading, craning, and gravel placement.
• Operate Excavator within an active site occupied by other heavy equipment and ground personnel, maintaining proper awareness of one’s surroundings.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Operate other related equipment as required (e.g., grader, packer, etc.).
• May perform other related duties at construction sites as required.

How to apply:  

By e-mail: jobs@volkerstevin.ca