Heavy Equipment Operator

Dawson Group; Stewart; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Stewart, B.C. This full-time seasonal role involves operating various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and maintenance standards are upheld. With a commitment to employee growth, the Dawson Group offers competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Excellent compensation package

Pension and medical benefits

Learning opportunities

Long-term advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience operating an excavator, dozer, grader.
• Minimum two years of experience in road construction or mining preferred.
• Basic knowledge of road construction materials and processes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a mining environment safely.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Complete daily hazard assessments and attend safety meetings.

Skills

Safety prioritization

Heavy equipment operation

Maintenance checks

Ground disturbance understanding

Education

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Job description

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Stewart, BC Seasonal $33.71/hour

Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team!

In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a temporary, full-time position of Heavy Equipment Operator, reporting to the Superintendent of Roads. This position requires skilled and experienced operators to support our production goals and ensure work is completed within specified tolerances. Your base location will be Stewart, B.C. and may require some travel throughout our great province.

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What Success Looks Like

• Must prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job
• Ability to efficiently operate heavy equipment
• Ability to read and understand survey stakes is considered an asset
• Operate heavy equipment in a mining environment in a safe and appropriate manner
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance
• Complete daily hazard assessments, maintenance checklists, etc.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections, and adhere to safety policies
  
  

What You Bring

• Minimum three (3) years of experience operating an excavator, dozer, grader is required for these positions
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in road construction or mining preferred
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License required
• Basic knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements is an asset
• Ground Disturbance and Air Brakes preferred
  
  

Benefits

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.

The Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.

Apply now to start a conversation!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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