excavator operator

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Dusty

Responsibilities Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Measure distance, volume, length and weight
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Ground Disturbance - Level II program

Experience and specialization

Type of heavy equipment operated:

• Backhoe excavator, loader

Area of work experience:

• Backfilling
• Excavation
• Rough grading
• Sub-grade excavating
• Trenching

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Overtime required

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Parking available