Mining Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator/Loader/Rock Truck)

Ledcor Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Travel allowance

Living Out Allowance (LOA)

Retirement package

Job summary

Ledcor Group is hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for mining and heavy civil projects near Logan Lake, BC. Roles include Excavator, Packer, Loader and Rock Truck operation on a busy construction site.

We value safety, teamwork, and productivity. Candidates should have 3+ years of heavy equipment experience, the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and relevant certifications. Wages and benefits reflect site location and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators, rock trucks, loaders, or other heavy construction equipment.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant heavy equipment operating experience preferred.
• Experience on mining, heavy civil, earthworks, or large-scale industrial construction projects is an asset.
• Ability to operate equipment without GPS or machine control systems.
• Experience outdoors in varying weather, congested areas, near underground utilities and overhead power lines.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in varying ground, terrain, and weather.
• Strong understanding of equipment inspections and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, spotters, and ground personnel.
• Must provide government-issued photo ID
• Must complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing
• Valid CSTS-09, CSTS-2020, or CSO certification
• Must complete project-specific online orientations

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Excavator, Packer, Loader, Rock Truck, and other heavy equipment as assigned.
• Perform earthworks activities including excavation, loading, hauling, backfilling, and material placement.
• Excavate and load various materials including rock, soil, and aggregate.
• Operate rock trucks to safely transport materials throughout the project site.
• Operate loaders to load trucks, move and stockpile materials, maintain work areas, and support ongoing site activities.
• Perform excavations around structures, utilities, foundations, and other site features as required.
• Work safely around ground personnel, other equipment, vehicles, and active construction operations.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and pre-operational checks and report deficiencies or maintenance concerns.
• Follow established routes, traffic plans, spotter directions, and site procedures.
• Understand and follow stakes, markings, drawings, and instructions as required for assigned work.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, spotters, ground crews, and other equipment operators.
• Maintain Ledcor’s high standards for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Complete assigned work safely and efficiently while meeting project requirements and timelines

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS-free operation

Safety-focused

Job description

Ledcor Group is hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for mining and heavy civil projects near Logan Lake, BC. Roles include Excavator, Packer, Loader and Rock Truck operation on a busy construction site.

We value safety, teamwork, and productivity. Candidates should have 3+ years of heavy equipment experience, the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and relevant certifications. Wages and benefits reflect site location and qualifications.