Heavy Equipment Operator | NB

Sealandgroup; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Travel Per Diem

Professional Development Education and Training

Quality Vehicles and Accommodations

A Great Team Environment

Job summary

A leading construction services company in Moncton is seeking an experienced Construction Heavy Equipment Operator. You will operate heavy machinery, ensure safety compliance, and work closely with the construction team to complete projects efficiently. The ideal candidate has significant field experience and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive salary and travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10 years of field construction experience.
• 5 years as a heavy equipment operator.
• Proven experience operating heavy machinery in construction.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery and equipment according to project requirements.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections for machinery.
• Maneuver equipment for digging, grading, and compacting.
• Collaborate with crew members and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Field construction experience

Heavy equipment operation

GPS experience

Dozer fine grading experience

Site work experience

Knowledge of safety protocols

Physical stamina and endurance

Effective communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Certification in heavy equipment operation

Job description

Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

Weekly Travel Required

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Construction Heavy Equipment Operator operates various types of heavy machinery and equipment used in construction projects related to civil engineering. These operators are skilled professionals who ensure the safe and efficient operation of machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, graders, and compactors.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary
• Travel Per Diem
• Professional Development Education and Training
• Quality Vehicles | Accommodations | Technologies
• A Great Team Environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate heavy machinery and equipment according to project requirements and safety guidelines.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections to ensure machinery is in proper working condition.
• Maneuver equipment to perform tasks such as digging, grading, leveling, and compacting surfaces.
• Interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications to determine project requirements.
• Collaborate with construction crew members and supervisors to coordinate work activities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries on the job site.
• Monitor equipment operation to identify and address any performance issues or malfunctions.
• Adhere to project schedules and deadlines, completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to report progress, issues, and concerns.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• 10 years of field construction experience.
• 5 years as a heavy equipment operator.
• GPS experience. Trimble preferred.
• Dozer | Excavator fine grading experience.
• Pipe experience.
• Site work experience.
• Certification or training in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Proven experience operating heavy machinery in a construction.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures related to heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Physical stamina and endurance to withstand long hours and perform demanding tasks in various weather conditions.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Class 1 preferred.

WHO WE ARE

Sealand Building Group is a leading design | build construction services company focused on Food Processing | Cold Storage | Distribution | Agri-Food | Special Projects.

Since 1975, we have worked around the corner and across the country helping build the food industry. Driven by our strong core values, we feel business is personal. We have a desire to give and be rooted in our community.

We want to have a go at it, have fun doing it, and make a difference.