Equipment Operator, Feller Buncher

**Come Build Your Career at Aecon**

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

- **Safety First.** Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- **Integrity.** We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- **Accountability.** We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- **Inclusion. **We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

At Aecon we:

- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to **support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being**:

- Believe in helping you build your career through our **Aecon University and Leadership Programs**:

- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our **Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs**, and our **Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) **to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a **leader in sustainable construction**. With a strong commitment to operating responsibility by **minimizing our impact** on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

**What is the Opportunity?**

**Faster.Smarter.Safer.** This is how Aecon Six Nations JV is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Six Nations is ready to become Canada’s #1 forestry construction provider and we’re looking for a Feller Buncher Equipment Operator to help us get there

This position is part of Aecon’s General Partnership with Six Nations within the Ohsweken Community.Reporting to the site Supervisor, the Feller Buncher Equipment Operator will be responsible for all phases of project execution.

**What You’ll Do Here**:

- Ability to operate all equipment functions independently and safely.
- Move materials and equipment and preform select cutting of trees in many different cutting situations. Some of these situations include working in high pressure gas right of ways, rail corridors, and roadside on major highways.
- Ability to safely operate a Feller Buncher to execute cutting of trees.
- Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving of loads and conduct in response to hand or audio signals from team members.
- Interpret stakes and signage on the land.
- Ensure all reporting requirements are fulfilled.
- Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions included but not limited to extreme temperatures (heat and cold), rain, sleet, snow, wind, and/or wet/humid conditions.
- Work under stress and with commitment to timelines and deadlines daily.
- Adhering to site specific rules and regulations.
- Protect and promote the interest of this company in all matters and to take actions as required to satisfy such responsibilities.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Maintain excellent communication between members of the team and clients.
- Constant sitting, driving, and reaching.
- Flexibility to work extended hours based on project needs.
- Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

**What you Bring to the Team.**
- Minimum 3 year of experience in Feller Buncher operation.
- Experience working on various utility infrastructure right of way clearing projects within Hydro, pipeline, roads, and rail.
- Mechanical harvesting road construction enforcer pit training considered an asset.
- DZ or AZ license considered an asset.
- Ability to operate all heavy equipment functions independently and safely.
- A team player, safety-conscious attitude
- Physical strength and stamina
- Capability to be dispatched through the local union as per the collective agreement.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with managers, peers, and clients.
- Capacity to work in outdoor weather conditions included but not limited to extreme temperatures (heat and cold), rain, sleet, snow, wind, and/or wet/humid conditions.
- Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.