heavy equipment operator

Rock Construction Company Ltd.; Paradise; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work in various outdoor locations. The ideal candidate will have a trades certificate and 2-3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, conducting checks, and maintaining equipment. Safety certifications and a valid driver's license are required. This is a seasonal position with 40 to 60 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience or equivalent.
• Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification required.
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D) needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment at various locations.
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill tanks.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Dump truck

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety glasses / goggles

Job description

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Power Line Hazardous Training
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Dump truck
• Gravel or dump truck

Area of work experience

• Fine grading and finishing
• Haul road maintenance
• Material handling
• Sloping and banking

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Safety vest
• Work Term : Seasonal
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week