Excavator Operator - Pipeline Integrity

Location: High Level, Alberta, T0H 1Z0

Position Summary

Under the guidance and direction of the site foreman or direct supervisor, the heavy equipment operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in an efficient, safe, and appropriate manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life while supporting construction activities. Employees are expected to support and participate in a “culture of safety” and adhere to and be ambassadors of Strike’s Code of Conduct and Values, treating others with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Project Details

• Northern Alberta
• 17 on / 4 off shift
• LOA or Camp
  
  
  

Core Accountabilities

• Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed
• Attend and participate in various meetings such as monthly safety meetings, pre-job, and tailgate meetings
  
  
  

Scope of Work

Integrity digs

Qualifications

Education

• Ground Disturbance Level 2
  
  
  

Experience

• Experience operating an excavator on pipeline-related work is required
• Experience working around live pipelines is an asset
• Experience on small to mid-bore pipeline is an asset
• Experience operating shear is an asset
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Capable of working well on a team or individually
• Capable of following directions that are spoken or given by hand signals
• Detail oriented with a mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather
• Must be capable of getting to the designated job site
• Valid driver’s license
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
  
  
  

Why Work for Strike

Based in Western Canada with a head office in Calgary, Alberta, we provide energy and industrial construction and maintenance services across the largest geographical area in Canada. At Strike we continuously demonstrate leadership, drive, creativity, and initiative. This has been shown through the recognition of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2007, and later recognized at Platinum Level for Canada’s Best Managed Companies distinction since 2018.

Our team is comprised of loyal, supportive, and forward-thinking industry professionals. We foster a stable, safe, and community-minded environment where you can embrace professional development and maximize your upward mobility. At Strike we also reward our own people for their continuous commitment, energy, enthusiasm, and results.

Our culture at Strike is highly important to us, which is why we make many efforts to support those employed at Strike. Strike’s main value is that every employee gets home safe. We are a safety-focused company that allows our employees to work efficiently with the safest equipment and procedures. At Strike, we have created a community that supports the importance of physical and mental health. As we value the importance of treating others as we wish to be treated, Strike has a welcoming and inclusive team.

Strike Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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