# Skid Steer / Loader - Landscaping

**Company:** [Park Paving Ltd.](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/stJBm5gwYnK84S5VuDYbLz.md)
**Location:** Edmonton, Canada
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Landscaping

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## Description

Park Paving is a locally owned and operated company and has been in business for over 50 years as one the largest road construction contractors in Edmonton. We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our team as a Skid Steer / Loader Operator for our Landscaping Division.

**This is a full-time seasonal position with competitive wages.**

The primary duties for this position will include, but are not limited to:

-   Safely operate skid steers, loaders, and various attachments.
-   Load, move, spread, and place soil, gravel, sand, mulch, sod, and other landscaping materials.
-   Excavate and remove material to required depths.
-   Complete rough grading and prepare areas for sod, paving stones, retaining walls, and other landscape features.
-   Complete final grading and leveling to required elevations.
-   Backfill and level excavated areas.
-   Load and unload trucks and equipment.
-   Move and stockpile materials throughout the jobsite.
-   Operate equipment around curbs, sidewalks, buildings, trees, utilities, vehicles, and other structures.
-   Use buckets, forks, sweepers, grapples, and other attachments when trained and authorized.
-   Assist with preparation for paving stone, retaining wall, irrigation, planting, and other landscaping installations.
-   Assist operators and crew members with spotting and working around utilities and other site obstacles.
-   Read and understand basic grade stakes, elevations, measurements, and stringlines.
-   Assist the landscape crew with physical labour and site activities when equipment operation is not required.
-   Perform general site preparation and cleanup.
-   Maintain a clean and organized work area.

**Requirements**

-   Previous **skid steer and/or loader operating experience**.
-   Experience with grading, excavation, landscaping, or civil construction.
-   Ability to understand basic grades, elevations, and grade stakes.
-   Strong situational awareness when working around workers, utilities, vehicles, buildings, and other equipment.
-   Ability to safely operate equipment for extended periods.
-   Ability to get in and out of equipment safely and frequently throughout the day.
-   Ability and willingness to perform physical labour when required, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
-   Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively with the Foreman and other crew members.
-   Valid **Class 5 Driver's Licence or higher**.
-   Driving record that meets Park Paving's minimum standards.
-   Experience operating a variety of skid steer and loader attachments is considered an asset.

**Benefits:**

Competitive Wages/Salaries

Health & Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Opportunities for advancement

Pay Scale $25 - $28 per hour

Successful candidates will thrive in a physically demanding, highly productive, and high-pressure environment. They will also possess a valid driver’s license and have a strong drive to contribute to the team's success by working with operators and other crew members to perform a wide range of duties. Successful candidates will also be able to maintain a safety-minded and high accountability work culture while working with their direct supervisors, and other employees while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment.

\*\*\* Successful candidates must have a driving record free of major infractions, and must pass a medical/fitness exam, as conditions of employment. \*\*\*

ANY MISREPRESENTATION OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR CANDIDACY.

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