Roller Operator

Whitehorse, YT, Canada

Job Description


Subsidiary: Terus Construction Ltd.

Terus Construction Ltd. is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Duties/Tasks

  • Operate roller to compact earth, subgrade, and sub-base asphalt surfaces in the construction of highways and streets.
  • Drive machine in successive overlapping passes over surfaces to be compacted, rolling asphalt and subgrade to desired compaction and smoothness.
  • Determines speed and direction of machine based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures.
  • Distribute, break down, compress, and give a finished surface to cooling asphalt.
  • Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning and moving the machine in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Communicate with paving crew on and foreman on job density requirements.
  • Assist in setting up and taking down signs.
  • Daily maintenance of fluids and water systems check.
  • Monitors rolling temperature and works within temperature best suited for material being laid.
Qualifications
  • Prefer 1-2 seasons experience as a roller operator on municipal & industrial/commercial base & pave projects.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to operate the Roller Operator, must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policy and safety standards.
  • Communication with other operators, truck drivers and the public is critical.
  • Must have the ability to operate and maintain the Roller Operator Machine with little or no supervision.
Working Conditions
  • This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs., bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat twist, and climb heavy equipment several times throughout the day, and balance at heights up to 6 feet from ground level. In addition, you must have the ability to be on your feet regularly and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job. This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces, as well as working in confined areas.
  • This job requires the ability to perform essential job tasks in less than favourable job conditions. These may include but are not limited to: Performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, humidity, sand, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time.
  • Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapours, dust, grease, and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to moving equipment.
Covid-19 Consideration

Currently following mandated precautions against Covid- 19 (Candidates must be vaccinated).

Terus Construction Ltd. offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

Colas

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2208379
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Whitehorse, YT, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned