Heavy Equipment Operator – TB

Caron Equipment Inc.; Timmins; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Housing provided

Meal allowance

Growth opportunities

Safety-focused team

Supportive environment

Job summary

Caron Equipment Inc. in Timmins, Ontario is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team on local projects. We require a minimum of three (3) years of heavy equipment operating experience in construction, mining, earthworks, or similar environments.

You will operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and other equipment safely, perform pre-operational checks, follow blueprints, and contribute to on-time project completion while upholding safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of heavy equipment operating experience in construction, mining, earthworks or similar environments.
• Valid heavy equipment operation license or CDL as required by local regulations.
• Strong understanding of safety and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, and graders to perform digging, spreading, levelling and material transport.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Follow blueprints and site plans to meet project specifications.
• Comply with safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Communicate with team members to coordinate operations.
• Report faults to maintenance promptly and keep accurate logs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team communication

Blueprint reading

Job description

Caron Equipment is a growing company, and we are looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team for our local projects.

We are seeking skilled and dependable operators with a minimum of three (3) years of heavy equipment operating experience in construction, mining, earthworks, or similar environments.

The successful candidates will safely and efficiently operate various types of heavy construction and earth moving equipment while contributing to the successful completion of our projects.

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, and graders to perform tasks such as digging, spreading and levelling earth, and material transportation.
• Conduct per-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate, and refill equipment as necessary.
• Understand and follow blueprints and site plans to meet project specifications.
• Comply with all safety policies and regulations, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Communicate with other construction team members using radio or other communication tools to ensure safe and effective coordination of operations.
• Report any faults or irregularities in equipment performance promptly to the maintenance team.
• Maintain accurate logs or records as required (e.g., usage hours, fuel consumption).
• Assist with routine maintenance and emergency repairs of the equipment.
• Adhere to environmental regulations and company policies regarding the handling and disposal of materials.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment in a similar role.
• Valid heavy equipment operation or commercial driver’s license, as required by local regulations.
• Strong understanding of construction, safety, and operational procedures.
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions and varying weather.
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
• Good communication abilities and the capacity to work in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to operate equipment for long hours, often in poor weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Good vision and hand-eye coordination to operate machines and tools safely.

What we Offer:

• Competitive wages and benefits package
• Housing/accommodations supplied
• Meal allowance provided
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects.
• a Safety-focused and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for continued growth with an established and growing company

We look forward to welcoming dedicated and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operators to our team!