Excavator Operator

ARCP; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil construction company in Dartmouth is seeking experienced Excavator Operators. The role involves operating heavy equipment safely and performing routine maintenance. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and possess a strong mechanical aptitude. Attractive benefits include medical coverage and RRSP matching, along with supportive management.

Benefits

Medical & Dental coverage

RRSP matching

Supportive management team

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding of construction and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Check equipment before operating.
• Adhere to workplace safety policies.
• Communicate unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Keep detailed and accurate reports.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator trade certification

Job description

Excavator Operator – Atlantic Road Construction & Paving

Atlantic Road Construction & Paving is a large heavy civil construction company specializing in mass excavation, drilling and blasting, pipe and underground utility, concrete placement and asphalt paving. We are currently looking to hire experienced Excavator Operators to join our growing team in the HRM. Reporting to the Site Foreman, the successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner that is consistent with company values, policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• 3 years operating heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding of construction, maintenance techniques & how to safely use equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to manage many tasks.
• Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Heavy Equipment Operator trade certification considered an asset.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check equipment before operating to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency components are in good working order.
• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulation, and compliance.
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accident/injuries immediately to the supervisor.
• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work as required.
• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation.
• Maneuver trucks/heavy equipment into loading or unloading positions, follow signals from crew members as needed, check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Operate equipment such as mobile radios and telephones to exchange necessary information to supervisors or other operators.
• Ensure that any debris caused by loading/unloading of equipment is cleaned up.
• Other duties as required

We offer:

• Starting rate depending on experience.
• Medical & Dental coverage.
• RRSP matching.
• Friendly & respectful management team that will help you succeed.

ARCP has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from members of Designated Groups and the 2SLBGTQ+ community in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify, on either your application form or your resume.