Equipment Operator - ( 250001Y4 ) **Description** More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about the environment. Our passion for it drives our work. Grounded by safety, quality, and ethics, we know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency. We know what to look for. And we know how to get the job done—the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. **Your Opportunity** Stantec is seeking an Equipment Operator in our Ecological Restoration area to implement construction work. Under the direction of the Operations Manager and Project Manager, the position requires implementing a high-quality product, interpreting construction plans/ specifications, adherence to Stantec’s Health and Safety culture, and ensuring equipment function and maintenance. Projects will involve operating light and heavy equipment including tractors, skid steers, excavators, and bulldozers. **Your Key Responsibilities** + Implementing and constructing restoration project work at the ground level under the direction of regional Operations Manager and/or Project Managers + Grading, placement of rock and water structures, native planting, seeding, erosion control installation, mowing, herbicide application, prescribed fire or any other activities necessary with field implementation of ecological restoration projects + Performing field labor at times. + Work a typical workday, which may consist of an 8–10-hour day, in accordance with the requirements of specific assignments, and may include irregular hours. **Qualifications** **Your Capabilities and Credentials** + Must have ability to travel overnight; Operators may be required to spend up to 1-4 nights per week out of town working at remote locations for assignments + Adhering to corporate policies, operate through the proper management channels, and act in the best interest of firm + Good driving record and valid driver’s license are required. + Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen. + Typical field work environments require the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time on uneven terrain, lift and move items and equipment up to 50 pounds, and climb a ladder. Field work will include exposure to inclement weather conditions. + Basic Survey Knowledge- Trimble and laser level knowledge, preferred not mandatory + Operating a Global Positioning System, preferred not mandatory + Standard First Aid, CPR, and/or Red Card **Education and Experience** + High School Diploma, GED or Associates + 4 years’ operating heavy machinery + Experience or willingness to operate truck/ trailer combinations ( 20,000 lb GVWR) + Must be authorized to work in U.S. without company sponsorship _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ **Primary Location** : United States-Ohio-Blue Ash **Organization** : BC-2390 EnvSvcs-US ERI **Employee Status** : Regular **Job Level** : Individual Contributor **Travel** : Yes, 75 % of the Time **Schedule** : Full-time **Job Posting** : May 19, 2025, 11:52:14 AM **Req ID:** 250001Y4 Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans