heavy equipment operator

Government of Canada; Moncton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at various locations, ensuring the proper function and maintenance of equipment. The role involves handling outdoor work conditions and requires a secondary education along with substantial equipment operation experience. This physically demanding position offers a competitive salary within the framework of the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience required.
• Experience in various construction settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and conduct pre-operational checks.
• Perform maintenance tasks like cleaning and minor repairs.
• Understand and apply safety guidelines from MSDS.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Cleaning and lubricating equipment

Understanding safety data sheets (MSDS)

Conducting pre-operational checks

Performing minor repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty

Work setting

• 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
• Perform minor repairs to equipment

Experience and specialization Type of industry experience

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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding