Job Description

Subsidiary: N.P.A Ltd.

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 paver operator that is looking for a new opportunity? Are you wanting to be a part of a company who values your contributions and can provide opportunities to continue your growth in this exciting industry?

We are now hiring a Paving Operator for the upcoming 2023 Construction Season!

Key Responsibilities

- Operate the Paver and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
- Preheat paving screed to prepare for placement of asphalt and monitor and control temperature settings of the asphalt mixture.
- Manually light burners to start hearing units of the Paver and constantly regulate screed temperature.
- Operate the Paver controls to lower the screed auger, control the hopper, and navigate the direction of the Paver.
- Align the paving machine into position when receiving asphalt by dump truck, and maintain constant flow of asphalt into hopper; ease Paver forward, safely pushing dump truck along construction surface.
- Observe distribution of paving materials along screed and control the direction of the screed to eliminate voids at curbs and joints.
- Line Paver appropriately to the work area, and ensure proper application of the asphalt, smoothing it evenly to the desired height, width, and depth.
- Attach extensions to screed to adjust width.
- Regulate temperature of asphalt flowing from hopper.
- Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the Paver.
- Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company\'s Code of Ethics.
- Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
- Other labour and operation related duties as required.

Qualifications

- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Class 5 driver\'s license required
- Minimum 3-5 years experience within road construction industry
- Minimum 2-3 years experience operating a Paver is required
- Ability to communicate with multiple team members
- Perform decision making tasks when needed
- Safety sensitive positions are required to complete a pre-employment Drug, Alcohol and Fitness testing

Working Conditions

• Schedule of Monday - Saturday up to 16 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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