Drill Rig Operator

Helical Pile Solutions is a deep foundations contractor with over 30 years of experience in the industry, recently acquired by Java Holdings Ltd. (“Java”). Java staff have over 50 years of experience building some of Canada’s largest electrical infrastructure projects. Helical Pile Solutions Ltd. is seeking Drill Rig Operators to join our team based out of the Edmonton area, working on various projects throughout Western Canada. The Foundation Drill Rig Operator is responsible for the safe operation of various types of foundation drill rigs and construction equipment. You must have good safety awareness, good communication & competent decision-making skills, and a desire to perform requested duties with a focus on safety and appropriate precautions. HPS offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package.

**Essential Functions, Major Duties, and/or Accountabilities**:

- Takes direction from Project Managers and Field Supervisors.
- Exhibits pride in workmanship and an ability to execute all the duties of an Operator safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- Comprehends the importance of dependability and consistency in a high-performance team environment.
- Understands the importance of worksite safety and manages field-level risks by undertaking the required steps of a Field Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA).
- Receives materials accurately when required by maintaining organization as well as properly completing the associated paperwork.
- Proactively manages worksite.
- Seeks out innovative ways to increase production and potential savings.
- Mentors’ junior positions.
- Operate equipment productively in all conditions including high traffic, remote or congested areas, as well as in all weather conditions
- Perform equipment walk-around inspections.
- Participate in the Preventive Maintenance program for the equipment you operate.
- Maintain HPS equipment in accordance with Government, Client and HPS regulations, standards, and procedures: safety; environmental; quality; contractual.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems, field repair minor fixes and communicate major issues with mechanics.
- Proficiently operate any or all of core equipment, which includes Excavators, Loaders, and skid steer equipment.
- Able to operate Soilmec and Watson Foundation Drill Rigs safely and proficiently.
- Operate equipment productively in all conditions including high traffic, remote or congested areas, as well as in all weather conditions.
- Read and understand blueprints.
- Maintain and ensure high level of safety.
- Completion and timely submission of daily required paperwork
- Work as a Team Lead on site.
- Work with others as a team.
- Abide by all HPS policies, procedures, rules and OH&S Act, Regulation & Code
- Ensure a daily JHA, attend all safety meetings, toolbox.
- Represent HPS in a professional manner while on and off job sites.
- Be “Fit for Duty” including coordination, manual dexterity and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

**Requirements**:
**Qualifications**
- High school diploma
- Class 5 Driver’s License (Class 1 or 3 is an asset).
- Basic construction tools and quality assurance skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor construction environment.
- Field safety tickets including First Aid, H2S, CSTS, Fall Protection, and Ground Disturbance are an asset.

**Work Environment**
- Construction environment
- Outdoors, including travel to remote locations
- Exposure to loud noises
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be always worn.
- Fast paced with tight deadlines
- Accommodations while on a project are arranged by HPS in either a camp setting or hotel as determined by project requirements.
- Shift work.
- Work schedule may vary.
- Ability to work out of town for extended periods of time

**Benefits**
- Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
- Group RRSP
- Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Program - Counseling