Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

Reporting to the Foreman or Project Supervisor, the HDD Operator is responsible for operating the equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. The HDD Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment. Equipment may include and is not limited JT10 JT60.

• Great degree of manual dexterity
  
• 2+ years of experience in underground utility construction
  
• Class 1 Alberta driver's license preferred; or any class with air endorsement and clean drivers abstract
  
• Can communicate in English (speak, read, and write)
  

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Good organizational and time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple, and changing priorities. Detail oriented with an aptitude for metrics
  

Strong drive to get projects / work completed. High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality is essential

Reliable transportation and the ability to travel domestically as required

Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and in awkward and tight spaces

Standard First Aid, ABGCA Approved Ground Disturbance Level II, Generic WHMIS 2015, CSTS 09 or 2020

The operator reports directly to a Foreman or Project Supervisor.

Operate the equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Maintain a positive public image of the company with appropriate personal conduct and maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Conducts pre-trip/walk-around safety inspections, maintenance checks and completes daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities.

Solid understanding of the OH&S legislation pertaining to construction

Clean equipment as scheduled and/or required

Ensure equipment is safe and secure at end of shift

Advise the Fleet Manager of any requirements for maintenance or repairs

Participate in routine maintenance

Practice workplace safety

Loading and unloading of equipment

Assessing ground conditions of each location

Working with ground personnel in locations and process of conduit and vault installation

Place mats when needed

Mix mud / polymer when applicable

Perform general construction activities, when applicable

Aid in the jetting process

Other duties as assigned.

What Leif Services Offers

• Steady work with long weekends off
• Benefits through Sunlife
• Career growth potential within Leif Services
• Paid travel days
• Planned holidays
• Paid every week