Microtunnel Bore Machine Operator Supervisor

We are currently seeking an experienced and skilled **Microtunnel Bore Machine Operator Supervisor** to join our team. This position will be mainly field based. The Tunneling Company offers a range of fit-to-purpose tunneling solutions, including Guided Boring, Down-the-Hole Hammer, Auger Boring, Pipe Ramming, Microtunneling and more. We manage the entire process from pre-planning and design through to construction.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:

- Operate and Supervise the Operation of MTBM within manufacturer specifications.
- Maintaining horizontal and vertical tunnel design alignment.
- MTBM Pre Launch Check list.
- MTBM commissioning.
- Assist in crossing tooling selection and site layouts.
- Assist the Operations Manager in preparation for mobilization, to ensure that all equipment is operationally ready, and that all equipment/tools are fully equipped and stocked.
- Perform and assist in loading of equipment for mobilization.
- Assist the crew in spotting equipment as directed and supervise crew off-loading equipment from tractor/trailer units and delivery vehicles as directed and/or required.
- Set-up the tunneling systems including generators, tunneling equipment, slurry separation equipment, etc.
- Supervise the crew in all equipment set-up, pre-start system check, start-up, shut-down, and routine maintenance activities.
- Supervise the crew in all equipment troubleshooting and repair activities as directed and/or required.
- Operate the tunneling equipment and supervise the preparation, addition, and removal of all tunnel service lines and jacking pipe.
- Supervise the Lead Hand in operation of the tunneling equipment.
- Monitor, record and report all equipment operating parameters, tunneling parameters, inventory levels and other data as required on the Daily Construction Logs.
- Directly supervise all energy isolation activities (lock-out/tag-out) and all confined space entry activities.
- Conduct crew change meetings - when required.
- Inspect rigging and hoisting equipment before use and record on SiteDocs.
- Disassemble (rig-out) as required, stow and otherwise prepare the equipment for de-mobilization.
- Supervise the crew in equipment disassembly (rig-out) of the tunneling spread and supplementary equipment as directed and/or required.
- Perform and assist in unloading of equipment for de-mobilization.
- Maintain worksite & equipment, ensure material organization and cleanliness.
- Participate in safety meetings, completing FLHA’s and Hazard ID’s.

**Experience and Training Requirements**
- 5+ years of MTBM operating experience
- Herrenknecht D-mode Machine Experience
- Microtunneling single drive lengths over 1.2km with compound curves in changing ground conditions
- Herrenknecht AVN2000-AVN3000 Machine sizes
- Hard rock Experience over 180mpa
- Jack Control and VMT Tunis systems
- Valid Class 5 Driver Licence with a clean drivers abstract & reliable transportation
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test prior to employment
- Successfully complete a 50lbs, Level II Health Assessment
- No formal education is required

**Asset**
- Safety tickets including but not limited to Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED, Rigging Training, WHMIS 2015 & Ground Disturbance

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Customer focused with a team player attitude
- Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail, mechanically inclined and strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

**Language requirement**
- English

**Additional Information**
- Comprehensive benefit package includes extended medical, dental and life insurance
- Permanent Full Time Position
- Hourly Rate: $55.00-65.00 CAD
- Field based - various locations Canada wide
- On-site parking

**Contact information**:
Cheryl Gaunt, Human Resources Manager

Office: (250) 573-7814

**Mailing Address**:
The Tunneling Company Inc.

235145 Wrangler Drive

Rocky View, AB T1X 0K3

Attention: Human Resources