Forgen
Long Reach Excavator Operator
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Sponsorship not specified$30k-$90kDetected 13 hours ago
ControlsCommunicationGeotechnical EngineeringOSHA
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About the role
- Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America.
- We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values: We Do What We Say, We Are Passionate About Our Work, We Are One Team, We Work Smart, and We Do The Right Thing.
Responsibilities
- Operate long reach excavators to perform deep excavations in slurry at depths of up to 95 feet.
- Perform excavations up to depths of 95 while maintaining line and grade in accordance with project plans without GPS guidance.
- Coordinate closely with superintendents, grade checkers, and spotters to maintain a safe work zone, particularly around open excavations.
- Maintain equipment stability and adhere to safe operating limits at full reach, including proper load management and equipment setup on mats or uneven ground.
- Support geotechnical construction activities, including excavations for deep foundations, ground improvement, slurry or cutoff walls, and pond or levee construction.
- Perform daily pre-shift inspections, equipment greasing, and basic maintenance
- Perform daily pre-shift inspections, equipment greasing, and basic maintenance; promptly report mechanical issues.
- Forgen is seeking an experienced Long Reach Excavator Operator to support geotechnical construction projects.
Requirements
- At least three years of experience operating excavators on slurry wall projects.
- Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, cut sheets, and basic project plans.
- Strong understanding of excavation safety, trench protection, and safe work practices near utilities.
- Willingness to travel and work extended shifts, weekends, and overtime as required by project needs.
- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and physical examination.
Nice to have
- Experience using GPS and machine control systems, such as Trimble, Topcon, or Leica.
- Experience supporting levee, dredging, marine, or waterfront projects.
- Completion of OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour training, or equivalent.
- Experience operating additional heavy equipment, including dozers, loaders, or articulated trucks.
- Physical Demands & Work Environment
- This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights.
- Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather.
- Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required.
Compensation
- $30k-$90k
Company info
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Equal opportunity
- Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibit s discrimination based on any legally protected status.
- At Forgen, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use your personal data to manage the recruitment process, including assessing your application, verifying information, and, if applicable, entering into an employment contract. Your information may be shared with authorized third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as background checks, and only where permitted by law. We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your information and retain it only as long as necessary for recruitment and legal purposes.
- You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw your consent at any time where applicable. For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact hr@forgen.com.
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