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**Job Title: Skid Steer Operator** **Company Name: Erosion Control Central** **Location: Calgary, AB** **Job Type: Full-Time** **About Us:** At **Erosion Control Central**, we specialize in environmental conservation and land management. Our mission is to protect natural resources, prevent soil erosion, and promote sustainable practices. As a company committed to excellence, we value safety, teamwork, and innovation. **Position Overview:** We are currently seeking a skilled **Skid Steer Operator** to join our team. As an operator, you will play a critical role in our erosion control projects, ensuring precise excavation and efficient use of attachments. If you have experience operating skid steers and a passion for environmental stewardship, we encourage you to apply. **Responsibilities:** * **Excavation Tasks:** * Operate skid steer equipment to perform excavation work, including grading, trenching, and earthmoving. * Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to achieve accurate excavation depths and slopes. * Safely maneuver the skid steer on various terrains, adapting to changing conditions. * Follow project plans and specifications for excavation tasks. * **Attachment Expertise:** * Utilize a variety of skid steer attachments, such as buckets, trenchers, augers, sweepers, and silt fence plow. * Efficiently switch between attachments based on project requirements. * Perform routine maintenance on attachments and report any issues promptly. * Ensure proper attachment installation and secure operation. * **Safety and Compliance:** * Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations. * Conduct pre-operation inspections and address any safety concerns. * Promote a safe work environment for yourself and fellow team members. * **Quality and Precision:** * Achieve precise grade levels and finish work according to project specifications. * Pay attention to detail to minimize environmental impact during excavation. * Work closely with surveyors and engineers to maintain accuracy. **Qualifications:** * **Experience:** * Minimum of **5** years of skid steer operation experience. * Proficiency in excavating and using various attachments. * Landscape grading. * Transporting, loading, and unloading of equipment. * **Skills:** * Ability to read and interpret construction plans. * Familiarity with different skid steer attachments. * Strong communication skills and teamwork. * Safety-conscious and detail-oriented. * Reading grades and interpreting slopes. * Leading crews. * Ability to prioritize tasks to maximize efficiency. * **Physical Requirements:** * Ability to lift up to **50** pounds. * Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions. * **Valid Drivers License:** Required. * **Experience with Hydro-seeding would be considered an asset** **Benefits:** * Competitive salary based on experience. * Health and dental benefits. * Opportunities for professional development and training. **How to Apply:** Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter through Indeed. Please include Skid Steer Operator in the subject line. **Erosion Control Central** is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who share our commitment to environmental stewardship. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.00-$32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 60 per week Additional pay: * Overtime pay Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Overtime * Weekends as needed Experience: * skid steer: 5 years (required) License/Certification: * Class 5 License (required)