Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

12 hours ago

Lacombe, Alberta, Canada Leif Services Ltd. Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year

About us

We are a fibre optic installation services company focused on enhancing broadband connectivity to businesses, institutions, and residences in western Canada.

Our work environment includes:

  • Growth opportunities'
  • Career Advancement
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Consistent Schedule
  • Competitive Pay
  • Supportive teams

Leif Services Ltd is looking for an experienced Driller with a Class 1 License to join our team.

A successful candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience as a Driller in any industry, and must be able to work independently to ensure that all drilling projects are completed according to company standards. The ideal candidate will be able to work both independently or as part of a team and must have an excellent understanding of all applicable safety regulations.

Reporting to the Foreman or Project Supervisor, the HDD Operator is responsible for operating the equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. The HDD Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment. Equipment may include and is not limited JT10 – JT60.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate the equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
  • Maintain a positive public image of the company with appropriate personal conduct and maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Conducts pre-trip/walk-around safety inspections, maintenance checks and completes daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities.
  • Solid understanding of the OH&S legislation pertaining to construction
  • Clean equipment as scheduled and/or required
  • Ensure equipment is safe and secure at end of shift
  • Advise the Fleet Manager of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
  • Participate in routine maintenance
  • Practice workplace safety
  • Loading and unloading of equipment
  • Assessing ground conditions of each location
  • Working with ground personnel in locations and process of conduit and vault installation
  • Place mats when needed
  • Mix mud / polymer when applicable
  • Perform general construction activities, when applicable
  • Aid in the jetting process
  • Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

  • Great degree of manual dexterity
  • 2+ years of experience in underground utility construction
  • Class 1 Alberta driver's license preferred; or any class with air endorsement and clean drivers abstract
  • Can communicate in English (speak, read, and write)
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Good organizational and time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple, and changing priorities. Detail oriented with an aptitude for metrics
  • Strong drive to get projects / work completed. High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel domestically as required
  • Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and in awkward and tight spaces

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 8-12 months

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance

Experience:

  • drilling: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Ground Disturbance Level II (required)
  • Class 1 Licence (required)
  • Intermediate First Aid Certification (required)
  • CSTS 2020 (required)

Work Location: On the road

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