Job description
Job Title: Skid Steer Operator
Company Name: Erosion Control Central
Location: Edmonton, AB
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us:
At Erosion Control Central, we specialize in environmental conservation and land management. Our mission is to protect natural resources, prevent soil erosion, and promote sustainable practices. As a company committed to excellence, we value safety, teamwork, and innovation.
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a skilled Skid Steer Operator to join our team. As an operator, you will play a critical role in our erosion control projects, ensuring precise excavation and efficient use of attachments. If you have experience operating skid steers and a passion for environmental stewardship, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Excavation Tasks:
- Operate skid steer equipment to perform excavation work, including grading, trenching, and earthmoving.
- Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to achieve accurate excavation depths and slopes.
- Safely maneuver the skid steer on various terrains, adapting to changing conditions.
- Follow project plans and specifications for excavation tasks.
- Attachment Expertise:
- Utilize a variety of skid steer attachments, such as buckets, trenchers, augers, sweepers, and silt fence plow.
- Efficiently switch between attachments based on project requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance on attachments and report any issues promptly.
- Ensure proper attachment installation and secure operation.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Conduct pre-operation inspections and address any safety concerns.
- Promote a safe work environment for yourself and fellow team members.
- Quality and Precision:
- Achieve precise grade levels and finish work according to project specifications.
- Pay attention to detail to minimize environmental impact during excavation.
- Work closely with surveyors and engineers to maintain accuracy.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of skid steer operation experience.
- Proficiency in excavating and using various attachments.
- Landscape grading.
- Transporting, loading, and unloading of equipment.
- Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
- Familiarity with different skid steer attachments.
- Strong communication skills and teamwork.
- Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
- Reading grades and interpreting slopes.
- Leading crews.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to maximize efficiency.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Valid Driver’s License: Required.
- Experience with Hydro-seeding would be considered an asset
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health and dental benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter through Indeed. Please include “Skid Steer Operator” in the subject line.
Erosion Control Central is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who share our commitment to environmental stewardship.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- skid steer: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)