Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for operating a wide variety of equipment which may include: backhoe excavator, loader,
bulldozer, front end loader, skid steer, trucks, compactor, and other pieces of equipment.

Tasks may include: fine grading and finishing; landscaping; sloping and benching; backfilling; ditching;
excavating; rough grading; stumping; sub-grade excavating; sub-grade rolling, and material handling.

Key Internal Relationships and General Expectations

Review tasks with Foreman to ensure adequate approach and construction methods, and discuss any
perceived problems in a constructive manner to arrive at a resolution.

When assigned to a new machine, Operators are expected to conduct a more detailed safety and
maintenance inspection and to immediately report all safety / mechanical / damage deficiencies.

Management's objective is to keep Operators working on the same machine for as long as possible.

Job Responsibilities

Operate a variety of heavy equipment in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner Clean, lubricate, and maintain equipment including, but not limited to, greasing, shoveling tracks,
cleaning windows and cab interior

Complete daily paperwork including fuel reports, inspection reports, and time cards detailing machine
hours as well as time worked, etc. as required

Conduct thorough safety and maintenance inspection when assigned to a new machine Immediately report any mechanical defects, safety defects, and/or existing damage to Foreman Ensure equipment is in safe working order and that safety tools are installed at all times Secure appropriate special attachments to equipment including, but not limited to, safety wedges

Qualifications

Possess Heavy Equipment Operator trade certification, valid driver's license, and clean drivers abstract.
Air brake endorsement and some college, vocational, or technical training an asset.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment Current safety tickets an asset Must be well familiar with attachments including their use, maintenance, and safety requirements
Must be able to work well within a union environment and be willing to join CLAC

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications an asset Physically fit and capable of performing daily job requirements Excellent observation skills, a strong attention to detail, and good analytical and problem solving skills Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) Must be local and have own transportation
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.10-$45.53 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 50 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person