excavator operator

PW Trenchless Construction Inc; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for various projects. The ideal candidate will interpret blueprints, operate different machinery such as bulldozers and backhoes, and ensure safety protocols. Applicants should have relevant certifications and experience in outdoor settings. This role offers benefits including health coverage and training opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits

Bonus

Team building opportunities

Learning / training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in varied conditions.
• Willingness to travel and work in physically demanding environments.
• Good understanding of safety protocols and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and operate heavy equipment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and complete logs.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain the equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification

Tools

Backhoe excavator

Loader

Bulldozer

Skidsteer

Job description

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to plan methods or sequences of operation
• Operate heavy equipment
• Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Measure distance, volume, length and weight
• Complete onboard and other logs
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Prepare accident reports
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Operate hydraulic pumping systems

Education and qualifications

• Education:
• Experience:
• Education
• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Construction / heavy equipment / earthmoving equipment operation
• or equivalent experience
• Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
• Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
• Forklift Operator Certification

Work site environment and setting

• Work site environment
• Outdoors
• Cold / refrigerated
• Dusty
• Extremely cold
• Work setting
• Various locations

Equipment and machinery experience

• Type of heavy equipment operated
• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Caterpillar (CAT) controls
• John Deere controls
• Bulldozer, large or small
• Trencher, large or small
• Grader
• Loader
• Compactor
• Paver
• Roller
• Scraper
• Operate forklift
• Front end loader
• Bobcats
• Equipment and machinery experience
• Skidsteer

Area and industry experience

• Area of work experience
• Asphalt finishing
• Backfilling
• Demolition
• Ditching
• Excavation
• Fine grading and finishing
• Land clearing
• Material handling
• Sloping and banking
• Trenching
• Type of industry experience
• Industrial / commercial / institutional (ICI) construction
• Large diameter pipeline construction
• Oil and Gas Well Sites
• Road construction
• Agricultural industry

Safety, travel and licenses

• Security and safety
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Transportation / travel information
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and capabilities

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding

Personal equipment

• Own tools / equipment
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety vest

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?

Experience

• Experience an asset

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits: Bonus, Group insurance benefits, Night shift premium, RRSP
• Other benefits: Learning / training paid by employer, Team building opportunities