Excavator Operator – Pipeline Integrity

POSITION SUMMARY Under the guidance and direction of the site foreman or direct supervisor, the heavy equipment operator is responsible for operating heaving 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, and to treat others with dignity, respect and fairness.   PROJECT DETAILS

• Northern AB & BC
• 17 on/4 off shift
• Winter 2024 – Spring 2025
• LOA or Camp

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed
• Attends and participates 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 then 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.   Join our fast-growing company with a small business feel.