About the Company
The FMI Group is an electrical contracting company that specializes in construction of commercial, industrial, large-scale energy generation, transmission and distribution projects. We are proud to consider ourselves to be a leading industrial utility service provider within Western Canada, executing projects in British Columbia, Yukon Territory, Alberta, and Manitoba.
Job Description
A Heavy Equipment Operator's first responsibility is to perform duties in a safe and effective manner at all times, when operating equipment and while assisting with any other duties on the job site. The role will be based in a live 500KV Substation job site and requires experience operating in small and tight spaces.
This position is out of town, on a 14 days worked and 7 days off rotation. Work days are 10 hours per day.
Travel and accommodations are booked and provided by F&M Installations.
Responsibilities Include:
- Safe and productive operation of heavy equipment as follows:
- Excavator (50T -300T), be able to operate confidently in tight spaces
- Skid steer
- Loader
- Dump Truck
- Excavating, grading, hauling, compacting, placing or ripping, lifting of material as directed
- General maintenance such as fueling, greasing, shoveling tracks, cleaning of cab and windows
- Reading prints
- Understanding elevations
- Ability to set own inverts
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Heavy construction industry experience preferred
- Valid Driver’s License
- Candidates with experience in the utilities field with focus on high voltage work sites and civil construction are preferred
- Good understanding of construction principles and procedures
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Pay: The pay for this role starts at $27.78/hr and is based on experience, active certifications and relevant education.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $27.78 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- What are your wage expectations?
- Are you aware that this is an out of town job on a 14 on & 7 off rotation?
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
