Paving/Asphalt Milling Machine Operator - Jobs in Calgary, Alberta

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Paving/Asphalt Milling Machine OperatorAt Golderado, we #39;re constantly pushing the limits of what we #39;ve done in the past - propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities, while exploring new market sectors and services. So, it only seems natural that we #39;d hire people who have their own voice and aren #39;t afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical, creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are, and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career (and Golderado) further.Key Information:

• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of milling and road construction experience.
• Must have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions and work positively within a team to achieve a common goal.
• Hours: Project dependent. Overtime is required during the busy season.
• Must be willing to working evenings and weekends when needed.
• Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
• Health benefits and vacation pay offered.

• Responsible for control and operation of one or more types of milling equipment.
• Operates milling equipment (Milling Machine or Cold Planer) to properly mill asphalt/concrete to desired specifications based on usage
• Manipulates hand or foot levers to control movements of milling machine that mills asphalt and concrete on roadways and related surfaces such as parking lots, streets, etc.
• May perform other related duties, such as preventive maintenance on all milling machinery.
• The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep tools and equipment clean and orderly, informing management of any safety concerns.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with, the principles of the company #39;s Code of Ethics.
• Use of personal protection equipment is required.
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear required when working outdoors.
• Must comply with the company #39;s drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
• Maintain positive company image.
• Other duties as required.

Experience and Certification Requirements:

• A minimum of 2-3 years #39; experience milling equipment operation and related asphaltamp; road construction experience.
• Experience working with construction crews with measurable production goals.
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions, such as rain and extreme temperatures and loud noises. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, varying Milling equipment operation and related asphaltamp; road construction experience.
• Thorough understanding of all aspects of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.
• Thorough understanding of the paving milling process (cold planing, asphalt milling and profiling) is considered an asset.
• A valid driver #39;s license with an insurable driver #39;s abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
• A CSTS-09(or 2020) or SCOT required.
• You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions and work positively within a team to achieve a common goal.
• Leadership for Safety Excellence. (LSE Proficiency level certified)
• Proficient English language skills required.
• Reliable means of transportation required.
• Time management skills.
• Ethics and integrity.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.Go ahead and be yourself. We #39;ll pay you for it!We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

• A successful pre-access drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.

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