Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

135 Kam Lake Road, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R2 Telephone: (867) 920-4844

NWT Construction Ltd., 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 Skid Steer Operator looking for a change? Do you want to be a part of a company who values your contributions and can provide lots of opportunity to learn in grow in this exciting industry? NWT Construction is currently hiring an Skid Steer Operator for the 2024 Construction season!

The Skid Steer Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the excavator. The operator uses mechanical controls to operate the boom, arm and bucket to excavate and level the ground in multiple phases of the road construction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Bobcat Skid Steer to move materials around the job site including to scrape the ground to gather excess asphalt and dump asphalt in designated areas.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Assist with labour tasks as needed while the Skid Steer is not required.
• Use Bobcat to create dig outs as needed.
• Perform any site preparation and leveling with the Bobcat prior to paving.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other operating and labour related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D preferred
• Class 5 driver\'s license required
• Minimum 3-5 years experience within the road construction industry
• 2-3 years experience operating a Mainline Hoe is required

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.
• Out of town travel may be required, accommodations and Live Out Allowance 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 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment 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 Ltd. 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 Ltd., however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

Colas