ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Edmonton Utilities team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
Reporting to the Project Manager, or their designate, the primary role of the Hydrovac Operator is to execute the excavation process in a safe and efficient manner, without damaging the underground utilities and pipelines in various project sites.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operate Hydrovac trucks and related equipment safely
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment; troubleshooting technical issues
- Operate auxiliary equipment, such as backhoes or skid-steer loaders
- Complete required paperwork and documentation
- Use hand and power tools effectively
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance and inspection
- Control traffic and perform work zone safety procedures
- Comply with all regulations at all times, including Black & McDonald’s safety protocols
- Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
- Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
- Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
- Customer Focus (understands the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
- Holds Self and Others Accountable (takes personal responsibility to meet commitments)
- Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
- Teamwork and Collaboration (works cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
- Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 2-5 years’ experience operating a Hydrovac
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Understanding of underground utilities and infrastructure, hydro excavation techniques and best practices, soil classification and excavation limitations, environmental regulations and safety protocols
- Ability to read and interpret project plans and blueprints
- Knowledge of first aid and emergency response procedures
- Possess personal attributes which include being safety conscious, problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, adaptability, ability to work independently, and takes initiative
- Physical fitness and stamina to handle manual labour and work in various weather conditions
- Class 1 Driver’s License with Q endorsement
Construction Safety Certifications including the following are considered assets.
- Ground Disturbance Level II
- Equipment Bonding for Hydrovac Operators
- Fall Protection for Rig Workers
- H2S Alive
- First Aid
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Successful candidates may be required to undergo a pre-access drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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