Senior Machine Operator
- Nisku, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Education
- High school diploma
- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience digging on hotlines.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
At TDW we put people first - that means working everyday to ensure the pipelines that run through our communities are operating safely and reliably. What sets us apart is our expertise, experience and commitment.
Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect.
Job Description – Operator
The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment used in pipeline construction, maintenance, integrity, and excavation projects. This role performs equipment inspections, excavation activities, material handling, and site preparation while ensuring compliance with company safety policies, ground disturbance protocols, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect.
Job Description – Operator
The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment used in pipeline construction, maintenance, integrity, and excavation projects. This role performs equipment inspections, excavation activities, material handling, and site preparation while ensuring compliance with company safety policies, ground disturbance protocols, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, and other assigned equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Perform excavation work around existing pipelines (live lines) and utilities while following ground disturbance requirements.
- Assist with pipeline exposure, repairs, installation, critical lifts, and restoration activities.
- Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, fueling, and greasing of equipment.
- Read and interpret stakes, maps, locates, work plans, and project specifications.
- Work closely with field crews, labourers, and supervisors to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
- Maintain awareness of underground and overhead hazards during equipment operation.
- Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
- Participate in daily safety meetings, hazard assessments, and inspections.
- Comply with all company, client, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- May perform other related duties as assigned.
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Experience in energy or oil gas, pipeline, and water & sewage industry a plus
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience digging on hotlines.
- Valid class 5 driver's license (No GDL) (class 1 or 3 considered an asset)
- Pipeline construction or maintenance experience
- Equipment certifications and operator training
- Must have valid; Ground Disturbance Level 2, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid/CPR and CSTS/CSO or equivalent
- Willing to travel extensively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, in English.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Safely operate and maintain heavy equipment for pipeline construction, maintenance, excavation, and restoration work, including excavation around live pipelines and utilities. Coordinate with field crews, follow project and ground disturbance requirements, and maintain safe, organized work areas.
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience digging on hotlines are required; pipeline or related industry experience and equipment certifications are valued. Applicants must have a valid Class 5 driver's license without GDL, Ground Disturbance Level 2, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid/CPR, and CSTS/CSO or equivalent, and be willing to travel extensively.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Pipeline Excavation
- Ground Disturbance Compliance
- Equipment Inspection
- Equipment Maintenance
- Pipeline Construction
- Pipeline Maintenance
- Material Handling
- Site Preparation
- Reading Maps and Work Plans
- Hazard Awareness
- Worksite Safety
- Teamwork
- Communication
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Categories
- Trades
- Construction
- Energy
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment
- Excavators
- Backhoes
- Loaders
- Skid Steers
- Pipeline Construction
- Pipeline Maintenance
- Live Pipelines
- Ground Disturbance Level 2
- H2S Alive
- Standard First Aid
- CPR
- CSTS
- CSO
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Equipment Inspections
- Routine Equipment Maintenance
- Excavation
- Material Handling
- Critical Lifts
- Pipeline Integrity
- Ground Disturbance Protocols
- Hazard Assessments
- Pipeline Restoration
- Oil and Gas
- Water and Sewage