Advance Earthworks jobs

Description

Are you an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator looking for an opportunity to work on a major mine life expansion project? Ledcor is hiring skilled and safety-focused Excavator, Packer, Loader and Rock Truck Operators near Logan Lake, BC.

We’re looking for experienced operators who take pride in operating equipment safely and efficiently in a busy heavy civil and mining construction environment. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, quality, and productivity.

Join the True Blue Ledcor team!

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Essential Responsibilities

• Safely operate Excavator, Packer, Loader, Rock Truck, and other heavy equipment as assigned
• Perform earthworks activities including excavation, loading, hauling, backfilling, and material placement
• Excavate and load various materials including rock, soil, and aggregate
• Operate rock trucks to safely transport materials throughout the project site
• Operate loaders to load trucks, move and stockpile materials, maintain work areas, and support ongoing site activities
• Perform excavations around structures, utilities, foundations, and other site features as required
• Work safely around ground personnel, other equipment, vehicles, and active construction operations
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and pre-operational checks and report deficiencies or maintenance concerns
• Follow established routes, traffic plans, spotter directions, and site procedures
• Understand and follow stakes, markings, drawings, and instructions as required for assigned work
• Maintain equipment in a clean and safe operating condition
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, spotters, ground crews, and other equipment operators
• Maintain Ledcor’s high standards for safety, quality, and productivity
• Complete assigned work safely and efficiently while meeting project requirements and timelines

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating excavators, rock trucks, loaders, or other heavy construction equipment
• Minimum 3 years of relevant heavy equipment operating experience preferred
• Previous experience working on mining, heavy civil, earthworks, or large-scale industrial construction projects is an asset
• Ability to operator equipment without GPS or machine control systems
• Experience working outdoors in varying weather conditions, congested work areas, near underground utilities and overhead power lines
• Ability to safely operate equipment in varying ground, terrain, and weather conditions
• Strong understanding of equipment inspections and safe operating procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, spotters, and ground personnel
• Must be able to provide valid government-issued photo identification
• Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing
• Valid CSTS-09, CSTS-2020, or CSO certification
• Must successfully complete all required project-specific online orientations

Work Conditions

• Work schedule: 14 days on, 7 days off
• Day shift and night shift opportunities available
• Extended health benefits provided through CLAC
• Weekly payment of wages
• Travel allowance and Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided for those eligible

Compensation

$35.17 - $54.11 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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