Heavy Equipment Operator

TC Energy

About The Position

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. The Opportunity Our Canada Gas Projects group is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction Services West team, based in Spruce Grove, AB. This position supports pipeline construction activity, primarily operating excavators, dozers, loaders, pipe layers, boom trucks, and transport trucks & trailers associated with pipeline maintenance. Activities are often performed near high-pressure pipelines and other energized facilities. The position works a modified schedule of 9 days on/5 days off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency (GED).
2 years’ experience operating equipment (excavator, dozer, boom truck, pipe layers, loaders, forklift, etc.).
Proven experience safely and effectively operating hand-powered tools such as drills and grinders.
Ability to read and interpret pipeline drawings, one call clearances, and project-specific drawings.
Complete pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing.
Maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract for review.
Travel often (up to 95%) to support construction activities in other company locations, which may require overnight stays for extended periods.
Be subject to overtime, extended work hours and work weeks, and callouts as needed.

Nice To Haves

8 years of pipeline construction industry experience, including hands-on “hotline” excavation experience.
Working knowledge of high-volume and high-pressure pumps used in pipeline hydrostatic testing activities and high-volume/high-pressure air compressors.
Valid Class 1 driver’s license.
Hoisting certification.
Computer proficiency (Windows, Word, email).

Responsibilities

Operate equipment near and around above and below ground facilities.
Perform routine daily pre-use inspections to ensure safe operability of all equipment.
Conduct minor maintenance activities such as equipment lubrication to ensure equipment is maintained and clean.
Accountable for coordinating all maintenance on equipment and trouble shooting equipment issues.
Assist the team with pre-job planning of all ground disturbances to ensure safety and compliance of excavations.
Assume the role of excavation coordinator as it pertains to TC Energy operating procedures.
Strictly adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and internal operating procedures.
Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries promptly to the supervisor for corrective action and reporting.
Contribute to the ONE TEAM Culture Report equipment or vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to equipment immediately upon observation.
Ship, receive, load, and unload construction materials and equipment for projects.
Support the team in other general pipeline maintenance activities as required.
Maintain a high degree of respect for safe work habits.