Shop Hand

Aureus Energy Services Inc. is the leading provider of heating and water transfer services in Northern Alberta. Aureus is a locally owned and operated company that is continually growing and diversifying, with a strong dedication to safety and environmental responsibility.

Aureus is currently looking for a Shop Hand to join our team. It is our intent to hire hardworking, reliable, career-minded individuals who are safety conscious. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with scheduled days off. You will be joining our employees who are energized by:

- Working on exciting challenges
- Contributing to and learning from a great team
- Being part of innovation and new technologies

**Role**:
Reporting to the Logistics and Facility Coordinator, you will perform various tasks within the Aureus Shop and yard. All tasks and assignments follow established procedures while working in a professional, safe, and cost-effective manner. Preference will be given to those with prior shop hand experience.

The schedule for this position is 10 days on with 4 days off, with a possibility for overtime.

Job duties
- Responsible for daily maintenance of Aureus equipment
- Responsible for shop inventory
- Responsible safe operation of Forklifts, Pallet jacks, yard loaders, and Light Pickup truck operation
- Assisting crews with job Pre & De mobilization
- Perform general facility up-keep, maintenance, and organization duties
- Assist Coordinators, Field Supervisor’s, shop / office personnel, and crews as required
- General assembly work that may require operating automated machinery and various power/hand tools.
- Maintain wash bay for cleanliness and organization
- Assist with special projects and cover for multiple positions as required (In town and field light hotshots)
- Monitor conditions of all equipment with a focus on safety, environment, and efficiency
- Other duties as required

**Job Requirements**:
Experience & Training
- 1-5 years shop Hand or general laborer experience
- Prior hot shot experience is an asset
- Preference is given to those with heavy equipment operation experience
- Must possess a clean driver’s abstract
- Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software
- Proven organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proven supervisory and leadership skills
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Valid safety tickets required: First Aid, H2S Alive, CSO, WHIMIS, and TDG

Physical Requirements
- Must be physically fit and able to pass our pre-employment screening
- Physical requirements include bending, safely lifting up to 20 kgs, working in a noisy and sometimes dusty environment
- Willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather

Skills & Expectations
- Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than your current employer
- Travel to remote regions on winter roads with the potential to work alone
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
- Willing to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Willing to comply with Aureus’ drug & alcohol-free and harassment-free work environment
- Willing to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment

Aureus is dedicated to mitigating health and safety risks associated with our business activities and is committed to providing a safe work environment for all workers and public. A condition of your employment with Aureus is the successful completion of a pre-employment screening that may include drug & alcohol testing, background checks, a drivers record check and other testing as required.