Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview

Responsibilities

Hours: 5 X 8's 

• Work outdoors in appropriate safety and protective equipment 
• Operating equipment safely via hand signals, radio communication and using occupant safety devices 
• Performing pre-operational equipment checks and basic maintenance at the end of the day to ensure equipment stays in service. 
• Completing and maintaining equipment log sheets and reports 
• Performing site planning and setup by assessing jobsite conditions and identifying or selecting appropriate attachments for the work to be done 
• Acquiring and using a knowledge of earthmoving fundamentals (soil characteristics, ground conditions, map reading) as well as relevant health and safety acts, municipal codes and bylaws, natural gas regulations, and the Highway Traffic Act 
• Working cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers 
• Continuously learning about new techniques/equipment to operate safely while maintaining productivity 

Qualifications & Experience

• Have at least 3 years of experience or an active certification for operation of Heavy Equipment, to include, Skid Steer, Mini-Excavator, Excavator, Front End Loader, Compactor Dozer, Backhoe, Trackoe, LULL/forklift, On/Off Road Dump Truck, Grader, Finish Grader, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift
• Have knowledge of all safety controls, switches for multiple types of equipment
• Be able to pass an onsite Skills Test
• Have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite and be able to work at least 40 hours a week Have
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel and walk for extended periods throughout the day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Own tools and willing to bring them to work with you each day