Heavy Equipment Operator

IDL Projects Inc.; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IDL Projects Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our construction team in the Pacific Northwest. You will operate multiple machines in accordance with plans, specifications and safety regulations while contributing to project quality.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, daily checks, safe storage of equipment, and clear communication with the Superintendent. Experience and knowledge of grading, excavation, and material handling are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment safely and efficiently according to relevant legislation, policies, procedures and work plans
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
• Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
• Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advises the Superintendent or maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repair
• Participates in routine fueling and maintenance
• Practices workplace safety
• May perform other related duties as required
• Heavy Equipment operation may include but is not limited to Dozers, Graders, Backhoe Loaders, Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer, Packers

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

IDL/CTNCA is a dynamic, rapidly expanding company focused on providing a broad array of construction services in Canada and internationally.

The Lax Kw’alaams Band, Metlakatla First Nations and IDL Projects Inc. have established CTNCA as a go-to solutions provider for general construction services in the Pacific Northwest and the Traditional Territories of the Coast Tsmishian.

Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is part of an effective constructions team that successfully completes projects according to approved plans, specifications and applicable codes while maintaining high quality and a safe workplace. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of various pieces of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment safely and efficiently according to relevant legislation, policies, procedures and work plans
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
• Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
• Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advises the Superintendent or maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repair
• Participates in routine fueling and maintenance
• Practices workplace safety
• May perform other related duties as required
• Heavy Equipment operation may include but is not limited to Dozers, Graders, Backhoe Loaders, Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer, Packers

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in Heavy Equipment operation
• Must be able to interpret grade stakes, clear, grub, strip, excavate, backfill, ditch, and stockpile
• Able to cut and spread material
• Able to excavate, stockpile, backfill and load with loader
• Able to construct berms, excavate side hills, and finish side slopes
• Able to grade to final grade, finish slopes and mix soil stabilization materials with grader
• Able to perform surface and drainage maintenance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in a construction environment or in a similar role
• Familiar with construction terms and practices
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Ability to understand and effectively execute verbal and written directions
• Adheres to company Health, Safety, & Environmental reporting and standard assessments