About this role
About Us
Initially established in 1987, OSCO Aggregates supplies construction aggregate products throughout Colchester County, Nova Scotia, the greater Moncton area of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. With two Nova Scotia locations in Glenholme and Canaan Mountain, OSCO Aggregates supplies crushed and natural construction aggregates for the concrete, asphalt, road-building and excavation industries. In addition, it manufactures specialty aggregates, such as pea stone for playgrounds, roofing ballast and red granite for use in exposed aggregate concrete.
OSCO Aggregates, a division of OSCO Construction Group, is currently seeking a qualified Loader Operator.
Responsibilities:
Perform plant maintenance on aggregate wash plant equipment
General indoor and outdoor maintenance
General cleaning and maintenance of the yard
Conduct pre-operational checks on the loader
Operate Front End Loader in a safe manner
Ensure equipment is properly maintained at all times
Other duties as required
Requirements:
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
Flexibility to work overtime when required
Must be familiar with and adhere to service requirements, equipment and operator limitations and safe operating procedures
Front End Loader experience
Physically able to lift heavy objects (50lbs or more), Standing for long periods of time and bending and stretching
Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
As a member of OSCO Construction Group, OSCO Aggregates offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programs, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships.
About OSCO
The OSCO Construction Group was founded in 1955, with the creation of Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd., in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.