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About Us Peaskie Minerals is a premier supplier of domestically sourced proppants and silica flour to the West Central Sedimentary Basin (WCSB).Our facility is located approximately 12 km north of Redwater or a 45-minute drive from north Edmonton. Please note we are accepting applicants from British Columbia to Ontario, and LOA will be provided dependent on your location. We are expecting this to be a 3-6 month contract. Position: Dredge Operator Terms of Employment:Full-Time, Contract/Temporary Rate: $50.00-$60.00 / hour, overtime after 8 hours per day. Schedule: 5 on / 2 off, Days. 10-12 hours per day. We Offer Competitive wages LOA - dependent on location Overtime after 8 hours per day AND for all hours worked if called in on a scheduled day off Travel allowance (dependent on location, and in accordance with company policy) Night shift premiums Health Care Spending Account Opportunities for growth within the company Duties & Responsibilities Operate the Ellicott 370 dredge to extract sand and aggregate materials Monitor dredging operations, including slurry flow, pump performance, and cutter head activity Perform manual labour, pipe bolts ups, pump setups and removal, setting anchor for the dredge, and operating/ removing the tender boat as needed Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on dredge equipment Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues in real-time Maintain accurate production and operational logs Work closely with site supervisors and maintenance teams to optimize output Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and provincial regulations Perform basic repairs and coordinate major maintenance as required Maintain housekeeping standards on and around the dredge Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the companys Code of Ethics Other duties as assigned Education & Training Possess a high school diploma or GED Class 5 Drivers License Experience Minimum 35 years of dredge operation experience Experience operating or familiarity with Ellicott dredges is considered a strong asset Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Ability to work long shifts in outdoor, remote, and physically demanding environments Valid drivers license (Class 5 minimum; higher classes considered an asset) Knowledge of workplace safety standards and environmental regulations Strong communication and teamwork skills Experience in sand, gravel, or aggregate mining operations Heavy equipment operation experience First Aid and safety certifications (e.g., CSTS, WHMIS) Willingness to travel and work at various project sites Boat experience required. Boat License is required. Competencies Excellent hand, eye, and foot coordination Sharp attention to detail Excellent sense of balance Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work both independently and part of a team High degree of personal initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task and shift priorities as necessary Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to communicate well with supervisors and staff, and to foster positive work relationships Physical requirements Must be able to sit for extended periods of time Must be able to talk and hear audible sounds and voices Must be able to frequently walk, use hands and fingers, handle objects, feel and reach with hands and arms. Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and on occasion up to 70 lbs. Ability to perform physically demanding work including repetitive crouching, bending, kneeling, and shoveling. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This is a safety sensitive position. The candidate in this role must be able to pass a functional fit test as well as a drug and alcohol test. Pre-Employment Screening Drug and Alcohol testing Audiometry Criminal Record Check Clean/Acceptable Driver Abstract Job Type: Full-time/Contract