# Snowcat Operator (Fly In- Fly out)

**Company:** [Matrix Camps and Logistics](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/f76gBCAPPoy9i5p4bHqLTq.md)
**Location:** Yellowknife, Canada
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Other

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## Description

**MATRIX** is seeking a **SnowCat Operator** for various projects. This role is responsible for the safe operation of a snowcat.

Other duties required include:

Primary Responsibilities:

-   Responsible for the safe operation of a snowcat
-   Clearing of the right-of-way (ROW) & access lines
-   Confirm with project Supervisor regarding the job plan/schedule to ensure that proper direction is received and carried out
-   Follow maps
-   Use GPS
-   Set S-bar heater timer
-   Ability to carry out snowcat job duties & drive service truck in a safe and efficient manner
-   Inspect, maintain and repair equipment, such as fueling and greasing, and making emergency adjustments or repairs
-   Responsible for representing the client’s best interest in ensuring the quality of workmanship is at a superb level
-   Strict adherence to Driven Resources & the clients safety program at all times
-   Solid decision making skills (including to inform consultants when the snowcat is not designed to push trees)
-   Ability to troubleshoot problems independently
-   Must be prepared to work at assigned locations as the workload dictates.
-   Demonstrated mechanical ability
-   Load/unload snowcat onto flatbed trailer
-   Take direction & communicate thoroughly with Foreman & Owner
-   Maintain all equipment/tools to a high standard
-   Obeying all traffic & client site rules at all times
-   Maintain clean fleet equipment & service truck
-   Work with other field personnel and customer personnel as required
-   Act in a courteous, professional manner in order to present a positive company image
-   Participate in tool box talks, FLRA’s (field level hazard assessments & other safety documentation) and daily safety meetings
-   Ask questions, and not to undertake a task if you are not competent to perform

**Qualifications & skills:**

\- Previous experience in the mining/construction industry

\- Solid decision-making skills

\- Ability to troubleshoot problems independently

\- Must be prepared to work at assigned locations as the workload dictates

\- Demonstrated mechanical ability

**Salary Range:**

$500-$600 per day - depending on experience