Equipment Operator

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

Driven bya clear visionto strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by ourSTRIDEvalues - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused on a culture of growth,mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Equipment Operator is responsible is responsible for safely operating a variety of heavy equipment on construction job sites on a variety of machinery including, but not limited to dozers, excavators, lift trucks, high-reach equipment and screeners. The Equipment Operator is also responsible for conducting pre-operational inspections, ensures equipment is maintained and operating safely, and reports any issues to management.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently on construction sites

Move and place materials such as fill, sand, and gravel using equipment such as backhoes or excavators when required

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report equipment defects or maintenance needs

Follow all company and site safety policies, procedures, and regulations

Work safely around underground utilities, overhead power lines, and congested work areas

Operate heavy equipment with various attachments, including shears, buckets, and pulverise rs, as required

Follow direction from the Site Supervisor and collaborate with the site crew to complete tasks safely and efficiently

Ensure required documentation and paperwork for equipment units is maintained and available

Additional Information

This position isdesignatedas safety-sensitive making employment contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as criminal and general background checks.

Schedule

Schedule rotations range from 4 days on / 3 days off, 8 days on / 6 days off, 5 days on / 2 days off, etc.

Standard workdays are 10 hours (7:00 a.m.

- 5:30 p.m.)

Overtime paid at time and a half after 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week

Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)

What We're Looking For

Class 5 Drivers License with a clean Driver’s Abstract

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment

Mechanically inclined and basic knowledge of maintaining equipment such as greasing and fueling

Ability to perform basic welding for small repairs is considered an asset

Safety certifications such as CSTS, First Aid, WHMIS are considered assets

What We Offer

Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods

Overtime opportunities (project dependent)

Generous paid time off

RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)

Company-paid safety training

Annual PPE allowance provided for field-based employees (post-probation)

Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)

Travel time to and from site will be paid at base rate, and travel provided by employer (project dependent)

Ongoing training, development, and career…