Skid Steer / Loader - Landscaping

Park Paving is a locally owned and operated company and has been in business for over 50 years as one the largest road construction contractors in Edmonton. We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our team as a Skid Steer / Loader Operator for our Landscaping Division. This is a full-time seasonal position with competitive wages. The primary duties for this position will include, but are not limited to: Safely operate skid steers, loaders, and various attachments. Load, move, spread, and place soil, gravel, sand, mulch, sod, and other landscaping materials. Excavate and remove material to required depths. Complete rough grading and prepare areas for sod, paving stones, retaining walls, and other landscape features. Complete final grading and leveling to required elevations. Backfill and level excavated areas. Load and unload trucks and equipment. Move and stockpile materials throughout the jobsite. Operate equipment around curbs, sidewalks, buildings, trees, utilities, vehicles, and other structures. Use buckets, forks, sweepers, grapples, and other attachments when trained and authorized. Assist with preparation for paving stone, retaining wall, irrigation, planting, and other landscaping installations. Assist operators and crew members with spotting and working around utilities and other site obstacles. Read and understand basic grade stakes, elevations, measurements, and stringlines. Assist the landscape crew with physical labour and site activities when equipment operation is not required. Perform general site preparation and cleanup. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Requirements Previous skid steer and/or loader operating experience. Experience with grading, excavation, landscaping, or civil construction. Ability to understand basic grades, elevations, and grade stakes. Strong situational awareness when working around workers, utilities, vehicles, buildings, and other equipment. Ability to safely operate equipment for extended periods. Ability to get in and out of equipment safely and frequently throughout the day. Ability and willingness to perform physical labour when required, including lifting up to 50 lbs. Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively with the Foreman and other crew members. Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence or higher. Driving record that meets Park Paving's minimum standards. Experience operating a variety of skid steer and loader attachments is considered an asset. Benefits: Competitive Wages/Salaries Health & Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Life Insurance RRSP Matching Opportunities for advancement Pay Scale $25 - $28 per hour Successful candidates will thrive in a physically demanding, highly productive, and high-pressure environment. They will also possess a valid driver’s license and have a strong drive to contribute to the team's success by working with operators and other crew members to perform a wide range of duties. Successful candidates will also be able to maintain a safety-minded and high accountability work culture while working with their direct supervisors, and other employees while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment. *** Successful candidates must have a driving record free of major infractions, and must pass a medical/fitness exam, as conditions of employment. *** ANY MISREPRESENTATION OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR CANDIDACY. #PPLMP

Operate skid steers, loaders, and various attachments to load, move, and grade landscaping materials such as soil, gravel, and sod. Assist the crew with site preparation, utility spotting, and general physical labor to ensure project completion.

Requires previous experience operating skid steers or loaders and the ability to understand basic grades and elevations. Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and be physically capable of performing demanding site work.

• Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • Vision Benefits • Life Insurance • RRSP Matching

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• Skid steer operation
• Loader operation
• Grading
• Excavation
• Site preparation
• Backfilling
• Material handling
• Equipment maintenance
• Reading grade stakes
• Safety compliance
• Team collaboration
• Physical labor
• Utility spotting
• Heavy equipment operation
• Equipment Operation
• Good Driving Record
• Accountability
• Paving
• Valid Driver's License
• Skid Steer Loaders
• Construction
• Communication
• Landscaping
• Mulch
• Retaining Wall
• Soil Science
• Loading And Unloading
• Irrigation (Landscaping And Agriculture)
• Pavers
• Grading (Landscape)

• Construction
• Trades
• Logistics
• Landscaping Assistant
• Asphalt / Screed Worker / Paver
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Segmental Pavers
• Miscellaneous Construction and Related Workers

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week