Job Description

135 Kam Lake Road, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R2 Telephone: (867) 920-4844
NWT Construction, a division of NPA 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 looking for a new opportunity? Are you a safety-conscious equipment operator with ample experience operating multiple pieces of equipment? We are heavily expanding our team in Yellowknife, NT!
This position will work with our crews on a variety of different job sites in various types of equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned operator looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of different projects.
Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment, including Excavator, Loader, Skid Steer, etc. in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, and clean, lubricate and refill equipment as necessary.
• Work with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process of laying pipe online and to grade.
• Ensure trench is excavated to the proper depth/ grade.
• Responsible for placement of water, storm, and sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation.
• Follow directions of ground crew.
• Cut grade with minimal time spent on excavating to ensure production is on schedule.
• Conduct work which meets OH&S requirements.
• Operate Equipment on public roadways, maintaining proper awareness of one's surroundings.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of materials.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of Equipment.
• Train employees in the safe and efficient operation of the Equipment.
• Other operation related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements
Working Conditions

• Weather dependent schedule of Monday to Saturday, consisting of up to 12 hours. Overtime is paid in accordance with local employment standards legislation.
• Accommodations, Live Out Allowance and Flight Reimbursement may be applicable.
• 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 50LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.
• 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, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable, and more!
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!
NWT 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 NWT Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.
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