Equipment Operator / Labourer

Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Camp live out allowance

Job summary

Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The role focuses on safely operating loaders and rock trucks in mining, construction, or aggregate settings, with crushing experience and a Class 1 license considered assets.

Responsibilities include performing pre-operational inspections, maintaining equipment, and ensuring site safety. Strong teamwork and physical stamina are essential for this position, which requires reliable communication and adherence to

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy duty equipment in an industrial setting.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Familiarity with crushing operations is an asset.
• Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Transport materials within the worksite, ensuring proper handling and placement.
• Perform general labour tasks related to crushing operations such as changing screens, shoveling, cleaning around equipment and ensuring site cleanliness.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Follow all safety protocols and workplace regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork & communication

Physical endurance

Crushing operations knowledge

Class 1 driver’s license asset

Job description

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating loaders & rock trucks in a mining, construction or aggregate setting. Crushing experience &/or Class 1 driver's license will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Transport materials within the worksite, ensuring proper handling & placement.
• Perform general labour tasks related to crushing operations such as changing screens, shoveling, cleaning around equipment and ensuring site cleanliness.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Follow all safety protocols & workplace regulations.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience with heavy duty equipment in an industrial setting.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Familiarity with crushing operations is an asset.
• Class 1 driver's license is an asset.

Competitive Wages, Camp live out allowance