Heavy Equipment Operator

**About Us**

CUC is a lower mainland based and highly experienced civil/utility company, we do underground utility construction for municipalities, districts, developers, and private utility owners. We are passionate about the service we provide to our customers. Our greatest asset is the value our cooperative and responsive team brings to every project. The growth and success of CUC is directly attributed to the performance of our people and the meaningful and lasting partnerships we build with our clients. As we continue to grow, we are able to offer a vast variety of specialized in-house services that bring even more value to our customers. Please check out our website for more information on how we deliver quality and value and contribute to the growth of our communities and a greener future.

**Overview**

Complete Utility Contractors (CUC) is searching for a permanent, full-time, career-minded Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team and bring with them experience and confidence in operating excavators, backhoes, and/or loaders for digging excavations, trenching for utilities, crossing/exposing utilities, off loading/loading materials, backfilling trenches, and prepping for grade.

Our business relies on individuals who are quality and safety minded, effective and respectful communicators, and teamwork driven. To support our people in whatever life throws at them, we provide a competitive compensation package, and 100% employer paid benefits plan among other perks and benefits listed below.

**What you will be doing**:

- Operate a variety of equipment (Excavators, Loaders, Backhoes, Skid Steers, Rollers etc.)
- Digging excavations, trenching for utilities, crossing/exposing utilities, off loading/loading materials, backfilling trenches, prepping for grade.
- Greasing and inspecting equipment.
- Reporting any required maintenance or repairs.
- Maintain good employee morale, communication, and teamwork.
- Understand OH&S safe work practices and procedures and follow them consistently.
- Provide leadership and aid in training junior employees.
- Provide feedback to supervisors and management on process improvements.
- Identifying problems and innovation/team coordination

**What we are looking for**:

- 3 to 5 years' experience in utility construction preferred.
- Experience operating Excavators, Loaders, Backhoes, Skid Steers, Rollers etc.
- Familiarity in working around existing utilities.
- Must be able to lift to 50lbs.
- Positive and motivated with the willingness to learn.
- Attention to detail and safety oriented.
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Have knowledge of OH&S regulations and knowledge of construction disciplines (knowledge of materials and methods required).
- **Valid BC Driver’s License with clean Driver’s Abstract is a must**

**Why work for Complete Utility**
- Stable, full-time, year-round work
- Overtime available year-round
- Competitive compensation
- 100% employer paid Extended Health, Dental and Vision plans
- RSP matching program
- Exceptional employee inclusion, recognition, and career progression

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- How many hours experience operating a backhoe
- How many hours experience operating a loader
- How many hours experience operating an excavator
- What is your wage expectation
- Do you have a valid driver's license with a clean drivers abstract

**Experience**:

- civil / utility: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: On the road