excavator operator

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Dusty

Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Measure distance, volume, length and weight
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Ground Disturbance - Level II program

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader

Area of work experience

• Backfilling
• Excavation
• Rough grading
• Sub-grade excavating
• Trenching

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Employment terms options

• Day
• Overtime required
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Parking available