grader operator

Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government agency in Calgary seeks an experienced heavy equipment operator. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience and be willing to travel frequently. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers and loaders, maintaining equipment, and complying with safety standards. Competitive benefits package offered, including health and disability coverage.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in operating heavy equipment.
• Must travel frequently and have a valid driver's license.
• Experience in excavation and ICI construction is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for road construction projects.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Prepare and submit accident reports as required.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Clean and lubricate equipment

Conduct pre-operational checks

Read blueprints and specifications

Perform minor repairs

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Backhoe excavator

Bulldozer

Loader

Grader

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Dusty

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Various locations

Responsibilities 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)
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Prepare accident reports
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Experience and specialization Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Bulldozer, large or small
• Grader
• Loader
• Front end loader

Area of work experience

• Excavation
• Fine grading and finishing
• Rough grading
• Sloping and banking

Type of industry experience

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Other benefits