2 - 3 Month Temporary - Heavy Equipment Operator / Groundsperson

We value people.  We offer competitive wages.  We also provide benefits on day 1 for you and your family. We know how important this is to families and we want to be there for you.  

We value your time.  We want you to feel fulfilled both at work and at home.  We often offer innovative shifts to achieve this, along with experience-based vacation time to encourage better work-life balance.

We value your growth.  We are growing/adapting, and we need more great people to help us do that safely and sustainability. We want to help you develop your skills and hone your talents to help us do that.

Together, we are SECURE

Job Purpose:

SECURE is currently recruiting for an operator to join our Rail Emergency Response team located in Winnipeg. Prospective individuals will require Equipment Operating experience, preferably with excavator/material handlers and shears. This position is not a camp position and requires the candidate to be local to the Winnipeg, Manitoba area. This position must adhere to our safety program and work as a contributing member of the team. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Operate equipment while adhering to all safe work practices and procedures
• Follow Secures’ operating standards and procedures
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment. Complete walk-arounds, safety checks and ensure equipment is running properly
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication when required
• Minor repairs to equipment. Report any necessary reports to the supervisor
• Chaining/Rigging
• Work on train derailments, railway track maintenance, installing track panels
• Must have an understanding of all power and small tools
• Commitment to working safely and following safety protocol

Qualifications/Competencies:

  Technical

• Ability to accurately maintain inspections on a daily basis;
• Strong mechanical knowledge with respect to the maintenance, servicing and repair of excavators;
• Ability to complete minor servicing and maintenance of excavators , including but not limited to, greasing, replacement of air filters, and settings;
• Ability to safely operate excavators through difficult weather conditions and challenging work site environments;
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, shears);
• Valid Class 5 driver's license is required
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving containers and other heavy materials;
• Strong work ethic and ability to work long days and occasional overnights; and
• Fit-for-Work each day. 

       Interpersonal

• Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear manner
• Good listening skills along with ability to accept and follow direction
• Open and honest with team members as it relates to all aspects of the work
• Ability to work alone and cover for supervision when required
• Self-starter with the ability to understand operation objectives and can complete tasks with limited supervision

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in.  We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and care about making a meaningful contribution.  We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a compensation package that competitively recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including:

• Leading industry wages with competitive base salary, compensation programs
• Industry leading safety
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression/internal mobility opportunities including off season rotational opportunities
• Community investment activities
• A competitive employee referral program

Stay connected to us:

• Visit us at secure-energy.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest job postings, news, community activities, and other updates
• SECURE is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Team Oriented

Expert

Ability to Meet Timelines

        Expert

Work Accurately and Efficiently

        Expert

Attention to Detail

        Expert

Behaviors

Preferred

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Experience

Preferred

Prior experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, shears)