Who We Are
Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.
Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused on a culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating a variety of heavy equipment on a cable plow crew supporting underground power cable installation. This includes, but is not limited to, dozers, excavators, rippers, tractors, and other related machinery.
This is a high-stakes, physically demanding role that combines heavy equipment operation with technical electrical awareness, as work involves high-voltage underground power cable systems. The position requires a high level of precision, strong safety practices, and effective coordination with crew members to ensure efficient and damage-free installation.
The Equipment Operator is also responsible for conducting pre-operational inspections, maintaining equipment in safe working condition, and promptly reporting any issues or required repairs to management.
Key Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
- Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently on construction sites
- Operate heavy equipment, primarily excavators, for trenching and cable installation
- Perform precise digging and plowing to required depths, with an understanding of soil classifications
- Install high-voltage power cables safely and efficiently
- Coordinate closely with crew members to ensure smooth, damage-free operations around existing utilities
- Maintain situational awareness and adhere to all safety protocols
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including:
- Oil changes and greasing
- Minor repairs and troubleshooting
- Work collaboratively with the heavy-duty equipment shop for major repairs
- Maintain and operate support equipment, including:
- Fuel tidy tanks
- Hand and small tools
- Grease guns
Additional Information
This position is designated as safety-sensitive making employment contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as criminal and general background checks.
Schedule & Compensation
Schedule rotation of 21 days on 7 days off
Projects can be based across BC, AB, SK, first project will be near Assiniboia, Saskatchewan
Standard workdays are 10 hours (7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
Overtime paid at time and a half after 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week
Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)