Trench Shovel Operator

Overview

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Perform various excavation activities with a backhoe including small excavations, trench excavations, back filling, hoisting and lifting operations. Must also be able to perform tasks associated with the use of pneumatic tools and the physical labor related to pipeline construction and maintenance, including but not limited to new main and service installations, replaced mains and services, leak pinpointing, leak repairs and asphalt restoration.

• Operate backhoe/min-excavator
• Operate skid loader
• Operate various pneumatic tools including pavement breakers, rock drills, piston scalers, drilling and tapping equipment
• Operate gasoline powered compactors and generators
• Operate various hand tools including sledge hammers, wrenches, plunger bars, pry bars, tapping equipment

Perform general maintenance and leak repair work on main and service lines under low and high pressure blowing gas. Perform asphalt restoration on road excavations of various sizes.

• Inspect backhoe daily for proper operation and adequate fluid levels.

Interpret main and service records from various maps, records and prints.

• Must have a High School Diploma
• Must have prior experience in construction activities related to the natural gas industry

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must possess a valid 2A/1C MA hoisting operator license
• Must be able to operate the machine to the satisfaction of the area supervisor within the required 180 days
• Must possess a Class A CDL driver’s license
• Must possess DOT health card
• Must have the ability to wear a respirator and/or a supplied air breathing apparatus

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

What we offer

• Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
• 401k Plan with matching
• Share purchase/match plan
• Leadership Development Program
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Achievement fund
• Free parking
• Variety of Health & Wellness programs
• Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.