Locating

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Saskatchewan, SK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter. Taking direction from the Foreman or Lead Hand, this position is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of equipment and completing daily pre-use and post-use maintenance and safety checks. The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and appropriate manner in accordance with occupational health and safety legislation, applicable construction regulations, company policies, and site procedures.

Requirements

Equipment operator training/certification appropriate to the equipment being operated
3–5 years of experience operating equipment, preferably including excavators, loaders, skid steers, and other construction or utility equipment
Valid Saskatchewan Class 5A driver’s licence required
Proven experience operating loaders, excavators, and skid steers
Ability to read and follow site plans and work safely in active construction environments
Strong understanding of equipment operating manuals, inspections, and preventative maintenance requirements
Ability to work effectively as part of a construction crew while maintaining a strong safety focus

Nice To Haves

Experience operating Hydrovac, directional drilling, locating, or other utility-related equipment is considered an asset
Experience working on powerline, utility, transmission, civil construction, or related infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset
Class 3A or Class 1A driver’s licence highly preferred
Applicable crane operator certification/licensing or lifting equipment training is considered an asset
Experience operating Telehandlers, Graders, Dozers, Lodrils, vibratory hammers, and other equipment is considered an asset
Experience supporting powerline, transmission, utility, civil construction, or related infrastructure projects is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Ensuring safety and quality are at the forefront of every task
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
Perform daily pre-use and post-use safety and maintenance checks
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
Operate Hydrovac equipment
Operate Directional drilling equipment
Operate Locating equipment
Operate Loaders
Operate Dozers
Operate Telehandlers
Operate Graders
Operate Excavators
Operate Lodrils
Operate Vibratory hammers
Operate Other equipment as required
Able to follow site plans
Work closely with the construction team to understand tasks and provide feedback
Understand and have knowledge of equipment operating manuals
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
Advise the Fleet Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Participate in routine maintenance, cleaning, greasing, etc.
Ensure equipment inspection, maintenance, and daily inspection documentation is completed and up to date