Heavy Equipment Operator

Holcim Ltd; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental

Pension Plan

EFAP

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain pit operations daily. You will operate wheel loaders, excavators, dozers, and haul trucks, inspect equipment, and support crushing/pit crew. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to PPE protocols.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy equipment operation, 2+ years mining/aggregates experience, and may hold a 1A license. A strong safety mindset is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or similar.
• 2+ years mining/aggregates experience preferred.
• 5+ years proven experience operating heavy equipment.
• 1A license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of personnel, community, and environment.
• Complete daily equipment checklist.
• Inspect and maintain equipment before shift operation.
• Monitor material production within specifications.
• Maintain consistent feed to ensure a quality product.
• Create an atmosphere of teamwork and safety.
• Seek out and implement Best Practices.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Equipment operation

Mining experience

1A license (asset)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Heavy Equipment Operatorand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will maintain operations of the pit on a day to day basis. Reporting to the Aggregates Production Lead Hand, the Heavy Equipment Operator will be required to inspect, maintain and operate a wheel loader, excavator, dozer and or 40-ton articulated haul trucks and will be required to assist with labour and servicing activities as a part of the crushing/pit crew.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Ensure the safety of company personnel, the community, and environment.
• Responsible for completing the daily equipment checklist.
• Responsible for maintaining and inspecting equipment to ensure good working order and document conditions found prior to shift operation.
• Monitor material production within specifications.
• Ensure consistent feed to maintain a quality product.
• Create an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Seek out and implement Best Practices.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Work Experience: The ideal candidate will have a broad range experience operating heavy equipment (1A License an asset), a minimum two (2) years mining/aggregates experience preferred and five (5) years proven experience in heavy equipment operation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Communicate information with Crusher Foreman.
• Ensure safety goals are achieved.
• Work co-operatively with all personnel.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills and works well in a team environment.
• A positive and proactive attitude towards teamwork and safety.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational, time management and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.