Heavy Equipment Operator

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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 perks.

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:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Experienced Excavator Operator/Driver (Summerford)
🏢 Curtis Powerworks (2018
📍 Summerford