Heavy Equipment Operator

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that is vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that is naturally committed to the environment.

Stantec is seeking a Project Heavy Equipment Operator
- Ecological Construction to implement construction work in the ecological restoration fields. This position requires implementing a high-quality product, interpreting construction plans/ specifications, adherence to Stantec's Health and Safety culture and helping to ensure projects are built successfully. Position will require overnight travel 3 to 4 nights per week 75 - 80 % of the year.

• Performing equipment operations for construction projects n the field and working closely with Project Superintendent to implement projects
• Be a competent operator on Excavator, Track Loader, Bulldozer, Off Road Trucks and Skid Steer
• Work sound and with subcontractors in the field
• Perform excavation and grading, placement of rock and water structures, native planting, seeding, erosion control installation, mowing, herbicide application and/or any other activities necessary for the implementation ecological restoration projects
• Conducting administrative duties such as daily equipment inspections/checks.
• Adhering to corporate policies, operate through the proper management channels, and act in the best interest of firm

• Wetland and stream mitigation/restoration experience (Preferred)
• Ability to understand and interpret construction plans and drawings
• Knowledge of environmental/ecological field restoration techniques (Preferred)
• Ability to operate a Trimble R2 and other GPS survey equipment as necessary (Preferred)

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum 10 years of experience in similar roles

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

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Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$62,900.00 - $91,200.00 Annually

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.

In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

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