Heavy Equipment Operator
Details
Operating Division: Curtis Powerworks Inc.
Job Type: Full time
POSITION SUMMARY: Curtis Powerworks Inc. is celebrating 35 years as a family owned and operated utility line construction company that is hiring for a 2 year transmission construction project in the Lewisporte area. With long term work for the right candidate. Union benefits without the dues. Candidate must be a self-motivated individual and a team player who can get along well with others. Must be capable of working with minimal supervision and in an outdoor environment. Operating modern equipment in a challenging off- road setting. Operators with no experience will be considered for training for the right candidate.
Schedule:
2 Weeks on 1 Week off
12 hour days
Option for 10 days on 4 off shifts as well depending work load.
On Call for Emergency work after hours when required.
Lodging is supplied to non- local employees
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 years’ Experience operating excavator considered an asset
-Forwarder Experience Considered an asset
- Valid class 3 license Considered an asset
-Dump truck and tag experience considered an asset
-Powerline experience considered an asset
-Powerline hazards considered an asset
-First aid considered an asset
-Finish work experience considered an asset
-Rough terrain operation considered an asset.
-Positive mindset
-Team player
Duties:
-Operate 7.5 ton to 21 ton excavators in a powerline environment. (Excavator size will vary depending on task at hand
-Digging pole holes and placing utility poles
-Building access roads and working pads where necessary
-On call for emergency work when necessary
-Operate on various terrain. I.E road sides, lawns, bogs, cliffs ect.
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks.
- Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, secure special attachments to equipment.
- Be able to operate equipment in demanding environment including around houses and near powerlines.
Security and Safety: Driving record check (abstract) or be able to provide one.
Work Site Environment: Outdoors various weather types. Various parts of the province.
Wage: $28-35 per hour depending on experience. Per Diems when out of town. Double time on after hours emergency work. Curtis Powerworks also offers Medical and Retirement benefits.
Resume Submissions: Applicants are to submit their resumes by email to [email protected]. Potential candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Note: Please state position you are applying for on your application.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:
- excavator: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 3 or 1 licence (preferred)
- Class 8 Licence (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
