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Job Duties
Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Wear all safety protective gear in accordance to all safety regulations.
Enters logs, inspection documentation, and other required paperwork accurately and submits to the supervisor daily.
Reports all equipment malfunctions and maintenance issues expediently to the Facility and Operations Manager.
Performs daily equipment safety and maintenance inspections. Report deficiencies to Facility and Operations Manager.
Communicate requirements for equipment maintenance, parts, supplies, and tools to Facilities and Operations Manager.
Operate equipment with appropriate attention, care, and control and in compliance with equipment design and specifications.
Attend and participate in all safety, toolbox, training, and other scheduled Business Unit meetings (unless specifically excused).
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: One year as an operator
Working Conditions
Required to sit for prolonged periods of time.
A full range of body movements including use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and bending, climbing, reaching, and crouching.
Have command of all five senses, sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift 50 pounds with regularity.
Working primarily outdoors in uncontrolled climate conditions, with occasional time indoors with controlled temperatures.
Travel will be in all types of weather and normal auto and air travel hazards will apply.
Noise level is usually moderate, but can be higher outdoors
Core Competencies
Self discipline and initiative with strong work ethic.
Understanding of hydraulic equipment applications.
Ability to follow procedures and instructions.
Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Decision making
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
- WHMIS Certificate
- Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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
Type of Heavy Equipment Operated
- Scraper
- Loader
- Grader
- Forklift
- Front end loader
- Bulldozer, large or small
- Backhoe excavator, loader
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Medical exam
- Drug test
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors
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