Drill Rig Operator

Description

• Work as a Team Lead on site
• Proactively manages worksite
• Operate equipment productively in all conditions including high traffic, remote or congested areas, as well as in all weather conditions
• Abide by all HPS policies, procedures, rules and OH&S Act, Regulation & Code
• Seeks out innovative ways to increase production and potential savings
• Ensure a daily JHA, attend all safety meetings, toolbox
• Perform equipment walk-around inspections
• Takes direction from Project Managers and Field Supervisors
• Maintain and ensure high level of safety
• Receives materials accurately when required by maintaining organization as well as properly completing the associated paperwork
• Represent HPS in a professional manner while on and off job sites
• Outdoors, including travel to remote locations
• Participate in the Preventive Maintenance program for the equipment you operate
• Completion and timely submission of daily required paperwork
• 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

Requirements

• Comprehends the importance of dependability and consistency in a high-performance team environment
• Able to operate Soilmec and Watson Foundation Drill Rigs safely and proficiently
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exhibits pride in workmanship and an ability to execute all the duties of an Operator safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Be "Fit for Duty" including coordination, manual dexterity and the ability to lift 50 lbs
• Read and understand blueprints
• Proficiently operate any or all of core equipment, which includes Excavators, Loaders, and skid steer equipment
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Fast paced with tight deadlines
• Class 5 Driver's License (Class 1 or 3 is an asset)
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be always worn
• 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
• This is a safety sensitive position and will require candidates to comply with HPS drug and alcohol program
• Ability to work out of town for extended periods of time
• 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
• Understands the importance of worksite safety and manages field-level risks by undertaking the required steps of a Field Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA)
• Basic construction tools and quality assurance skills
• High school diploma

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Accommodations while on a project are arranged by HPS in either a camp setting or hotel as determined by project requirements
• Shift work
• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance