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We are dedicated to decarbonizing building end-to-end, aligning with our purpose to build progress for people and the planet.

Job Details

Lafarge Construction is proud to provide construction solutions in the buildings, infrastructure and industrial segments. We take personal growth and development to heart, and provide resources for our employees to take control of their own careers. Through our commitment to communities, to the health and safety of our employees and their families, or through the many volunteer hours of our employees, Lafarge Construction demonstrates our care for people. If you want to work in an environment that values hard work, entrepreneurship, and collaborative teamwork, Lafarge Construction is for you.

Reporting to the Aggregates Production Lead Hand, the Crusher Operator is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, coordinating with crushing crews, truckers, QC, and sub-contractors. As well, the Crusher Operator is responsible for ensuring high quality material is produced to required specifications, completed safely, on time, on budget and in compliance with mining and environmental regulations. 

This position is based in Sundre It is approximately 100 km (62 mi) northwest of Calgary.

Responsibilities

• Strong familiarity with crushers, screeners, conveyors, loaders and other associated Aggregate and or mobile heavy equipment.
• Maintenance of the equipment being operated.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather, possible night shift and out of town work, overtime and weekends if required. Job involves shift work and weekend work throughout the year.
• Controlling conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure maximum efficiency and consistency of materials are being generated.
• Create and foster a positive work culture, and set clear expectations of crews for safety and production.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and lead by example.
• Schedule running and major repair work on Crusher, screeners, loaders, and all other pit related equipment.
• Endeavor to maximize equipment and tool purpose as well as confirm equipment and tools are in compliant working condition.
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve conflict and interpersonal issues of the crew.
• Act in a courteous manner in order to project a positive company image.
• Must be able to communicate well with co-workers.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experienced in a variety of equipment operation for crushing, and mining.
• Maintain a clean and efficient crushing operation and work environment.
• Willing to learn and take direction.
• Ensure mining and environmental standards are met and adhered to from both the applicable governing bodies and Lafarge requirements.
• Responsible for accurate and timely entry of labour, equipment, and production information.
• Follow and adhere to all the Company’s safety procedures and directives.
• Engage with all levels of employees, ensuring personnel are actively seeking solutions to identified risks.

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a preference given to those holding a class 3 with air, or higher.
• Computer experience is preferred but not essential.
• Experience working in a gravel crushing operation and on heavy equipment (loader, excavator) would be an asset. Minimum of 5 years crushing experience preferably with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• High School Graduate preferred, but not mandatory.

You will also demonstrate:

• A positive and proactive attitude towards teamwork and safety.
• Foster development and growth in workforce and encourage cross training.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational, time management and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.

Competencies:

• Safety Oriented
• Able to lift 55 lbs
• Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment
• Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
• Able to work unsupervised
• Able to work well with others
• Good communication skills
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Min 2 years of experience operating a loader
• Mechanically Inclined
• Ability to read survey markings.
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As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required