E Construction | Hydrovac Operator

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

10130 – 21 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1W7 Telephone: (780) 467-7701

E Construction, a division of NPA Ltd. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Summary

E Construction is now hiring for a Hydrovac Operator based out of our Ft. McMurray location. This position will work with our Underground Utilities division to safety identify hazards and prepare for underground service work.

Key Responsibilities

- Work with Swamper to uncover underground utilities, clear spills on job sites and safely dispose of hazardous materials.
- Navigate active job sites with workers and equipment/vehicles moving in confined spaces.
- Communicate with Foremen to establish timeline and requirements for each job.
- Drive to and from multiple locations throughout the workday to provide services as needed.
- Train and mentor Swamper on safe operation of Hydrovac equipment.
- Operate within requirements of Ground Disturbance procedures.
- Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
- Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
- Other labour and operation related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements

- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred 
- Class 5 driver’s license 
- Minimum 2 years experience within the construction industry
- Minimum 3-5 years Hydrovac experience
- Solid understanding of utility excavation
- Knowledge of ground disturbance hazards

Working Conditions

- Weather dependent schedule of Monday to Saturday, consisting of up to 12 hours. Overtime is paid in accordance with local employment standards legislation.
- Out of town travel may be required, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable.
- Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
- Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
- Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
- Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.

What's In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, extended health benefits, company matching pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable and more!

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!

E Construction is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with E Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.