Equipment Operator, Turnaround

Who We Are

We have proudly served the Canadian construction industry for over 100 years. Our rich history demonstrates our reach and diversity as an integrated, full-service organization serving the commercial and industrial markets.

We deliver confidence through a client-centered approach that ensures the highest quality of service, reduces risk, and delivers results.

We provide a comprehensive range of construction services from new construction for industrial, commercial, and institutional markets;

to industrial maintenance, repair and operations services, heavy civil construction, and contract surface mining; as well as vertical infrastructure including, electrical, mechanical, and specialty trades.

For over 100 years, we have been a people-focused company with an unwavering commitment to safety and a high level of service that provides long-term value for all stakeholders.

Why Work for Us

This position is based in the Cold Lake, AB area on our Imperial Oil Resources site. This is a turnaround-based position starting in April with a pre-turnaround shift schedule of 10 hours per day for 5 days and followed by a turnaround shift schedule of 6 on and 1 off 12 hour days.

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Fuel Truck Labourer, Turnaround will be responsible for all general labour duties required on industrial scope construction / maintenance projects.

They will ensure work tasks are performed safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and company policies and that work is performed with a high level of quality and timeliness.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is above industry average and increases with experience
• LOA provided for non-local candidates

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required
• Day shift and night shift positions available
• Working both indoors and outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions
• Working in and around noise and dust
• Camp is not provided
• Travel is not provided
• Must be clean shaven
• Personal safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses / goggles, etc.
• Safety glasses / goggles, hard hat and gloves are provided

Responsibilities

• Operate a telehandler and skid steer.
• Complete pre-use inspections of equipment.
• Load and unload materials and move materials to work area.
• Operate and maintain equipment and machines.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and safe.
• Follow instructions from crew lead hand and foreman.
• Work with other trades / labourers to assist with workloads.
• General day to day labour duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 2 years’ experience as a general labourer in the construction industry an asset
• Telehandler certificate mandatory, skid steer certificate is an asset
• CSTS 2020
• General construction safety knowledge
• Committed dedication to safety; reflected in practice and experience
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Superior focus on customer satisfaction
• Pre-site Drug and Alcohol testing
• Class 5 driver’s license with max 5 demerits

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 lbs. with assistance
• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects

Covid-19

Bird will accommodate requests from clients to uphold health and safety requirements on their project site. As such, candidates may be required to have proof of full vaccination prior to onboarding as an employee.

About Us

Safety, sustainability, collaboration, and integrity are core company values that encourage innovation and make a lasting difference in meeting the goals of our stakeholders and the communities in which we operate.

We strongly support and encourage employees to get involved and give back in their local communities. We expect our employees to bring their best to work every day and in return, management recognizes and rewards employees for their valued contribution through competitive compensation, robust benefits, health and wellness programs, and learning development opportunities.

Only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted directly.

Unsolicited resumes and phone inquiries from 3rd party agencies will not be accepted.