RM Residential
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. Come be a part of our growing team!
RM Residential Offers:
- Competitive wages and vacation time
- Quarterly performance bonuses
- Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, etc.)
- Company funded RRSP contributions
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee perks and discounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Annual boot allowance
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- A working environment where safety is prioritized
- Team lunches and events
Position Overview:
We are looking for a dependable and safety-conscious sand slinger operator to join our team. The primary function of this role is to operate a sand slinging machine to apply sand-cement mixtures on construction surfaces. The successful candidate may also be required to operate a mixer truck to support concrete delivery operations, making versatility and a valid Class 3 (or higher) driver's licence essential.
Responsibilities:
Sand slinger operations
- Set up, operate, and shut down sand slinging equipment safely and efficiently.
- Mix and apply sand-cement or aggregate materials to specified depths and consistency.
- Monitor equipment performance and adjust settings to meet job specifications.
- Perform daily pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance on slinging equipment.
- Coordinate with supervisors and crew to ensure accurate application on site.
- Clean and store equipment properly at end of shift.
Mixer truck operations (as required)
- Operate a ready-mix concrete truck safely in compliance with all provincial and company regulations.
- Load, transport, and discharge concrete accurately at job sites throughout the Edmonton area.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with Alberta Transportation requirements.
- Maintain accurate delivery documentation and interact professionally with customers and contractors.
- Manage drum speed and water additions per job specifications.
- Clean drum and chutes after each load to maintain equipment integrity.
General duties
- Adhere to all occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and company safety policies.
- Provide excellent customer service to clients while on site.
- Communicate with dispatch, mechanics, batchers, and supervisors about site issues, mechanical concerns, and other issues as they arise.
- Ensure trucks are kept clean at all times, both inside the cab and the exterior of the truck.
- Identify and report equipment defects, hazards, or incidents promptly.
- Assist with general yard and site duties as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Valid class 1 or class 3 drivers license and clean drivers abstract.
- 1+ year of prior experience operating a sand slinger, or similar type of equipment.
- Experience operating heavy equipment or industrial machinery.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis.
- Prior experience working in the construction, concrete, or a related industry.
- Knowledge of Edmonton and area roads and neighbourhoods.
- Experience driving a ready-mix or mixer truck is an asset.
- Familiarity with concrete products and construction site operations is preferred.
Key Attributes:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a crew.
- Physical fitness to perform manual labour.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Reliability and dependability.
- Willingness to learn new skills and take on varying tasks.
Work Environment:
- An outdoor and indoor environment, working conditions will be subject to weather conditions.
- This position is physical in nature and requires bending, crawling, crouching, and standing for long periods of time.
Hours of Work
Regular work week will be Monday through Friday 40+ hours per week. Overtime, evenings, and weekends may be required.
***Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug, alcohol, and fit for work testing as a condition of employment. ***
RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.
