Reporting to the Foreman or Project Supervisor, the Operator is responsible for operating the equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. The Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment. Equipment may include and is not limited to backhoe, mini track ho, tow cat and plow cat.

Position Qualifications:

• Great degree of manual dexterity
• 2+ years of experience in construction or utility industry
• Class 5 Alberta driver's license and clean drivers abstract
• Min. 500 hours in backhoe preferred
• Min 2500 hours in plow cat preferred
• Can communicate in English (speak, read, and write)Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Good organizational and time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple, and changing priorities. Detail oriented with an aptitude for metrics
• Strong drive to get projects / work completed. High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel domestically as required
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and in awkward and tight spaces

Ticket Requirements

Standard First Aid, ABGCA Approved Ground Disturbance Level II, Generic WHMIS 2015, CSTS 09 or 2020

Reporting Relationship

The operator reports directly to a Foreman or Project Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate the equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Maintain a positive public image of the company with appropriate personal conduct and maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Conducts pre-trip/walk-around safety inspections, maintenance checks and completes daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities.

Solid understanding of the OH&S legislation pertaining to construction

Clean equipment as scheduled and/or required

Ensure equipment is safe and secure at end of shift

Advise the Fleet Manager of any requirements for maintenance or repairs

Participate in routine maintenance

Practice workplace safety

Excavate around buried utilities

Fine grading and finishing

Sloping and banking, backfilling, excavating, sub-grade excavating, trenching, material handling

Practicing proper soil seperation (Top soil, clay, sand)

Working with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process of conduit and vault installation

Perform general construction activities, when applicable

Other duties as assigned ie: Filling in on other crews when necessary (Jetting, Plow, Install)

What Leif Services Offers

• Steady work with long weekends off
• Benefits through Sunlife
• Career growth potential within Leif Services
• Paid travel days
• Planned holidays
• Paid every week