Heavy Equipment Operator

MGI Construction Corp.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement planning

Professional development

Team bonding events

Job summary

MGI Construction Corp. in Toronto is looking for a skilled operator to manage heavy machinery on various on-site projects. This role involves inspecting equipment, following safety protocols, and ensuring project timelines are met. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement planning, training opportunities, and more.

The hours typically range from 40 to 50 per week, with potential overtime. Candidates should have experience in operating wheeled and tracked machines and must adhere to strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operating heavy equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and equipment inspection protocols.
• Ability to work overtime and adapt to project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Inspect heavy equipment for mechanical and safety compliance.
• Operate various types of heavy machinery for excavation and construction.
• Follow project plans and communicate safety issues to supervisors.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Basic mechanical skills

Job description

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment within various divisions, depending on specialization and project demand. The role offers natural job rotation across a wide range of on‑site assignments essential to project completion.

Work Hours

The hours of work will consistently range from 40 to 50 hours per week (7 am–5 pm). Overtime, weekends, and/or evenings may also be required depending on contract and project timeline.

Responsibilities

• Inspect heavy equipment before use to ensure mechanical and safety systems are in good working order.
• Operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, excavators, bobcats, bulldozers, screening plants, crushing plants, and stackers to excavate, move, crush, screen, and load gravel, concrete, asphalt, or dirt.
• Operate various attachments as assigned (e.g., grapple, magnet, pulveriser).
• Communicate defects or unsafe conditions to supervisor in a timely manner to facilitate prompt correction.
• Understand and follow the approved plan for the current construction project.
• Park equipment safely when not in use.
• Fill out and understand an equipment and duty log book.

Training & Safety

• Working at heights.
• Worker health and safety awareness in 4 steps.
• Workplace violence and harassment for workers.
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).

Benefits

MGI offers competitive salaries based on experience, knowledge, and education. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, retirement planning, pension plans, professional development, training credits, wellness programs, travel/vacation days, discounts on company products and services, commuter benefits, and team bonding events.