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If you are interested in applying for any position at Sackville Trenching Limited please send your resume to STL@sackvilletrenching.com
Job Descriptions:
Operator
Job Responsibilities:
  • - Reports to site Foreman or Project Manager.
  • - Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner consistent with company values, policies and procedures.
  • - Check equipment before operating to ensure it is in safe mechanical condition.
  • - Report all unsafe acts including near misses.
  • - Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations including decreased equipment down time.
  • - Identify and report any defects.
  • - Lubricate and perform minor maintenance work as required..
Qualifications:
  • - 2 + years experience operating equipment in civil constuction.
  • - Diverse indvidual that can work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • - Effective communicator, willingness to learn, detail - oriented, organized with the desire to multitask.
  • - Heavy equipment operator certificate an asset.
  • - Ability to meet deadlines.
  • - Class 5 driver's license.
  • - Knowledge of construction and maintenance techniques.
  • - Strong attention to detail.
  • - Ability to operate all types of heavy equipment but primarily excavator.
  • - Strong desire to work safe.
Truck Driver
Job Descriptions:
  • - Pre and post inspections.
  • - Document and log work/rest periods as well as kilometers driving and retain all reciepts.
  • - Safely transport material to and from job sites.
  • - Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
  • - Comply with all Dept. of Transportation truck driving rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures
  • - Collect and verify all delivery instructions.
  • - report all defects, accidents, incidents including near misses as well as any and all violations.
  • - experience towing tag trailer an asset.
Qualifications:
  • - Proven work experience.
  • - Ability to work as needed although the typicla work week is Monday to Friday (occasional weekends)
  • - Valid class 3 or class 1 with air endorsement.
  • - Safe driving record.
Pipe Layer
Job Responsibilities:
  • - Installations of all aspects of underground civil utilitiesthat include piping, manholes, catch basins etc.
  • - Assist in identifying inherent risks and opportunities.
  • - Consult and communicate with site foreman regarding changes and adjustments to scope of work and/or original cost estimates.
  • - Maintain grades as required by site specifications and report any discrepancies.
  • - Must be willingand trained to work in trenches, excavation, manholes etc.
  • - Work safely at all times especially under adverse conditions while identifying potential hazards and making appropriate corrections.
  • - Perform tests for various types of pipe systems including air/pressure testing.
Qualifications:
  • - Minimum 2 years experience with all aspects of underground civil utilities installation replacement and repair.
  • - Excellent understanding of soil conditions, safe work practices and procedures.
  • - Diverse individual that can work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • - Effective communicator, willingness to learn, detail - oriented, organized with the desire to multi-tast.
  • - Possess a minimum class 5 driver's license.
General Laborer
Job Respsibilities:
  • - All types of general labour related to excavation, concrete work, asphalt etc.
  • - Communicate with site foreman regarding requirements and any necessary changes.
  • - Promote a safe environment.
  • - Be willing to accept any training necessary to improve experience.
  • - Participate in safety meetings and hazard assessments.
Qualifications:
  • - Positive attitude.
  • - Physically capable of performing labor duties.
  • - Possess a minimum of a class 5 driver's license.
  • - Diverse individual that can work in a team environment.
  • - Effective communicator.
  • - Willing to learn.
  • - 2 + years experience an asset.
Traffic Control Person (TCP)
Job Responsibilities:
  • -Safely direct traffic flow through temporary workplaces using stop/slow paddles, hand signals, and traffic devices.
  • -Set up and take down traffic signs, cones, and barriers according to approved traffic control plans.
  • -Maintain open, clear communication with the crew and other TCPs via two-way radios to regulate traffic flow.
  • -Constantly monitor surroundings and traffic patterns, reporting any unsafe acts, hazards, or incidents to supervisors immediately.
  • -Provide guidance and assistance to pedestrians crossing work areas.
  • -Must be prepared to stand for an extended period of time.
  • -Adaptable to work in all weather conditions.
  • -Schedule flexibility required.
  • -Positive team attitude.
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