Midwest Caissons Inc. is currently hiring for a Swamper/ Skidsteer Operator to join our ground team in the Edmonton area.
Want to join a family-owned and operated company, where you will be seen as an individual and not just another number? Midwest Caissons Inc. takes pride in creating a great place to work by providing an environment that fosters success and development. We encourage teamwork and benefit from the success of our people. Midwest Caissons has been in operation for over 20 years and is quickly growing.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:
1) Experience operating a John Deere Skidsteer
2) 2+ years of construction experience
3) Understanding of foundation piling
4) Excellent communication skills
5) Must be able to work closely with co-workers as a team.
6) Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
7) Must be able to accept direction.
8) Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver License
9) Experience with CFA Piling would be an asset.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $22.00-$32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Experience:

• Construction: 2 years (required)
• Skid Steer: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (preferred)

Work Location: On the roa

TASKS:

The Swamper position will involve working outdoors, running a skid-steer, pouring concrete, and providing routine maintenance to equipment, so having skills in a number of areas, as well as being able to get along with people, is important.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating a Skid Steer to level dirt and move tools
• Notify piling supervisor of unanticipated field changes and suggest possible alternatives
• Pressure washing and cleaning the tops of finished piles.

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• Assist the driller by changing over tools and conducting routine maintenance
• Assist the driller with the installation of piles by spotting tooling into place in order to ensure compliance with pile location
• Participate in daily/weekly and monthly safety meetings and document equipment safety inspections
• Operate and maintain company vehicles and equipment safely at all times
• Maintain a good public opinion of the company by operating equipment and conducting yourself professionally, safely and courteously at all times.
• Co-operate with and assist the Pile Inspector
• Measuring and recording information in a timely and effective manner
• Maintaining a clean work area
• Pouring concrete and vibrating the pile when completed
• Act as a spotter for hazards and potential hazards
• Follow all OH&S work safe requirements as well as the policies and procedures laid out in the Midwest Caissons Inc. Safety manual.