backhoe operator

B&T Excavating Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Alberta is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to work in various locations. The ideal candidate will have experience operating backhoe excavators, loaders, and more. Relevant certifications, including WHMIS and CSTS, are required. This is a permanent position, offering 30 to 50 hours of work per week. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and steel-toed safety boots.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of relevant experience.
• WHMIS Certificate and CSTS Certificate required.
• Valid driver's licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in various locations.
• Perform minor repairs to equipment as necessary.
• Conduct pre-operational checks before operation.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Minor repairs to equipment

Conduct pre-operational checks

Understand material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Heavy equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Education : No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Understand the purpose, proper usgage and information found on material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Complete onboard and other logs
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
• Ground Disturbance - Level 1 program

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Grader
• Loader
• Front end loader
• Gravel or dump truck
• Bobcats

Area of work experience

• Backfilling
• Ditching
• Snow removal
• Stock piling
• Trenching

Type of industry experience

• Industrial / commercial / institutional (ICI) construction
• Residential construction

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 50 hours per week