Equipment Operator
Valard Construction
Our Telecommunications group is currently looking to add an Equipment Operator to our growing team, based in Castor, AB.
Reporting to the Project Manager, Telecommunications, we are seeking an experienced operator to support underground FTTP and utility installations across Alberta. Main equipment would be a backhoe.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate equipment in a safe, efficient and appropriate manor
- Understanding of soil mechanics and work with geotechnical engineers on density testing of soils
- Place telecom structures and pedestals
- Place underground and overhead fiber and copper cables
- Complete daily equipment inspection forms
- Participate in daily Safety Meetings and Hazard Assessments
- Participate in daily work planning schedule meetings
- Have a sound understanding of issues relating to ground disturbance
- Assist ground crew in duties out of equipment when there is no operating work
- Maintain good housekeeping practices
- Assist in labor activities when required
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3 years experience operating backhoe
- Ground Disturbance Level 2 certification
- Must have a valid Class-5 driver’s license and an acceptable drivers abstract
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work outside for extended periods of time
- Must be flexible to working varying hours
- Strong team member with a positive attitude
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our Business
Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
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