
We are searching for a skilled heavy equipment operator to utilize our industrial gear. The heavy equipment operator’s duties include preparing and manipulating heavy equipment to ensure the appropriate movement of materials, and liaising with coworkers to ensure that the projects are completed accurately. You will be required to conduct your duties in a safe, diligent manner at all times.
To ensure success as a heavy equipment operator, you should monitor workflow, suggesting alterations to enhance productivity, as needed. A remarkable heavy equipment operator will be attuned to the subtleties of each situation, possessing sound knowledge of when to lead or follow.
Heavy Equipment Operator Responsibilities:
- Manoeuvring motorised heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials.
- Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Observing stipulated safety codes at all times.
- Communicating with coworkers to elucidate project specifications, as needed.
- Reporting injuries and other accidents to the line manager.
- Advising the line manager of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements.
- Aiding coworkers to ensure that the site is clean and organised at the end of each shift.
- Providing suggestions to refine workflow and boost efficiency.
Heavy Equipment Operator Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience operating a variety of heavy equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Excellent vision or the use of prescribed lenses.
- Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- A sound understanding of pertinent safety guidelines.
- Capacity to provide and follow direction.
- Sharp decision-making skills, particularly when under pressure.
- Ability to work extended hours, as required.
Job details
- LocationVancouver, BC
- Salary$$33.00HOUR hourly for 30 to 40 hours per week
- Terms of employmentPermanent employment
Full time - Start dateStarts as soon as possible
- vacancies2 vacancies
Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
- Specific Skills
- Secure special attachments to equipment; Perform minor repairs to equipment; Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment; Operate heavy equipment; Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment; Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
- Area of Work Experience
- Excavation; Demolition; Backfilling; Asphalt finishing
- Type of Heavy Equipment Operated
- Roller; Paver; Operate forklift; Gravel or dump truck; Backhoe excavator, loader; Asphalt spreader
- Type of Industry Experience
- Road construction
- Work Site Environment
- Outdoors
- Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver’s licence
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding; Attention to detail
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorised to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
encivilcontracting@gmail.com
Advertised until
2022-06-10