Job Description

Pit Equipment Operator & Scale Attendant
RM Aggregates

RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. We treat our employees like family and look for the very best. Come be a part of our growing team!

RM Aggregates Offers
• Competitive wages and vacation time
• Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, etc.)
• Retirement savings contributions (RRSP)
• Annual boot allowances
• Monthly cellphone allowance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Team events and lunches

This is a dual-function role suited to a hands-on, self-motivated individual who is comfortable both operating heavy equipment in a pit environment and managing scale house operations. The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day running of our pit, ensuring material is moved efficiently, accurately weighed, and that customers and drivers are processed in a professional and timely manner.

Responsibilities
• Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to loader and grader as required to support daily pit production.
• Load aggregate materials into trucks accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Assist with stripping, stockpile management, and general pit maintenance as directed.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on all equipment operated and report any defects or maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Operate equipment safely and in accordance with safe operating procedures.
• Assist with site road maintenance and general yard duties as required.
• Operate and monitor the pit scale, accurately recording inbound and outbound truck weights.
• Issue weight tickets and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all material movements.
• Greet and direct customers, contractors, and drivers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Communicate material availability, pricing, and load specifications to customers as required.
• Coordinate truck traffic flow on site to ensure safe and efficient loading and dispatch.
• Reconcile daily scale tickets and production records and report any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organised scale house.
• Assist with basic administrative duties related to scale operations as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies, procedures, and Alberta OHS regulations at all times.
• Wear all required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility clothing, and CSA-approved steel-toed boots.
• Participate in safety meetings, tailgate meetings, and hazard identification programs.
• Report all near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions to the supervisor immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Valid drivers license and clean abstract. (Class 1 or 3 license is preferred).
• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, or graders.
• Prior experience using a loader scale attachment to weigh materials.
• Familiarity with aggregate products, sizing, and material specifications is an asset
• Knowledge of Alberta OHS regulations as they apply to aggregate and pit operations
• General construction or aggregate industry experience is an asset.

Key Attributes
• Strong mathematical and record-keeping skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with basic computer programs for data entry and ticket management.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote or rural environment.
• Safety conscious attitude.

Work Environment
• This is a field-based position on an active worksite. PPE is required including CSA certified steel-toed boots.
• This position work outdoors frequently in various weather conditions on ground that may be rough, muddy, or icy.
• Must be comfortable working in dusty, noisy, and industrial environments.
• Equipment operators may be required to do light physical labour and are required to lift up to 30lbs on a consistent basis.

Hours of Work
Shifts are generally 8-12 hours in length, Monday-Friday. Overtime, evenings, and weekends may be required.

Salary
The compensation range for this position is $32 – 36/hr. Compensation will be based on experience and skillset.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and fit for work testing as part of the hiring process.

RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.