Mainline Excavator - Fort McMurray
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Operates a mainline excavator to dig trenches and install pipe for water, sewer, roadway and urban renewal projects, ensuring proper depth, grade and safe rigging of materials.
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Excavator Operator – Mainline – Fort McMurray
Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.
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Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal
Schedule: 10+ hours per day, 6 & 1, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week
Perks: Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching
Location: Fort McMurray and Surrounding Area’s - no direct access to public transportation
Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions
**Options for living accommodations and daily allowances are available and will be provided**
Travel to and from Fort McMurray is required and is the responsibility of the candidate.
Requirements:
- Personal Reliable Vehicle
- CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support
Pre-employment:
- Drug and alcohol testing (swab-based test)
- Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation
Mainline Excavator Operator Responsibilities:
- Work with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process of laying pipe on line and grade.
- Ensure trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade.
- Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of materials into the excavation.
- Operate excavator in close proximity to ground personnel and other equipment.
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
- This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.
Mainline Excavator Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience as a Mainline Hoe operator.
- Must have experience in water/sewer installations, subdivision servicing, roadway construction and urban renewal projects
Sureway Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Wage Disclaimer: Wage estimates shown on third-party job boards are general estimates only and do not reflect the actual compensation for this position. Actual wages are determined by the company and discussed during the hiring process.
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