Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

10130 - 21 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1W7 Telephone: (780) 467-7701

E Construction, a division of NPA Ltd. is one of Western Canada\'s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Summary

Are you an experienced and professional Roller Operator? Would you like to spend the summer travelling around Northern Alberta and the Northwest Territories working? Are you looking to join a company that is proud of its employees and provides ample opportunity to learn and grow?

Our Central Division is looking for a Finish Roller Operator to join its paving crew for the 2023 Construction Season!

Key Responsibilities

• Capable of operating multiple pieces of equipment in a safe and appropriate manner
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on the equipment
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate and refill the equipment when necessary
• Understand the job site and what needs to get done
• Maintaining proper awareness of ones surroundings while operating equipment
• Use equipment to pack down sand/gravel/dirt by driving the equipment over a particular area until it is packed down to grade
• Communicate when the ground needs to be built up/down to ensure grades are met
• Load, unload and move construction materials around the worksite.
• Manually remove large rocks and debris turned up by graders and other heavy equipment, ensuring all revealed rocks and debris are clear before equipment makes further passes.
• Execute traffic control plans by placing, removing, covering and uncovering traffic control signs, cones, barricades and other traffic control devices. Direct traffic when necessary.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
• Assist in the installation of culverts to drain water and/or use a generator and pump to remove rain water from ditches on the construction site.
• Using a rake or shovel, spread gravel and other construction materials over road surfaces, building or decreasing slopes or leveling asphalt to fine grade specifications.
• Shoveling test holes by locating markers/flags and quarantine any exposed pipes. Mark test holes with stakes, paint or ribbon.
• Ensure worksite is organized and free of clutter, rubble and garbage.
• Shovel asphalt mix into areas inaccessible to paving machines, and compact mix using rakes and hand tampers
• Operate equipment, such as pneumatic hammers, vibrators, tampers, and skid steer when needed.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company\'s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Other related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Class 5 Drivers License.
• 2 to 3 years\' experience operating various Rollers is an asset.
• Knowledge road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements.
• Cement stabilizing experience is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Out of town travel throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories is required and may consist of remote locations, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable.
• Schedule of Monday - Saturday up to 14 hours per day (weather dependent). Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
• Must comply with the company\'s drug and alcohol testing requirements.

What\'s In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, extended health benefits, company matching RRSP plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!

E Construction is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with E Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

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