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Excavator OperatorEquinox Gold Corp. • Greenstone, ON, CA
Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator

Equinox Gold Corp. • Greenstone, ON, CA
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Excavator Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Excavator Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating tracked excavators varying in operating weight.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate the excavator in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
  • Perform field level risk assessments.
  • Clean and lubricate the excavator, refilling all fluids.
  • Complete logbooks and daily reports on safety issues and production.
  • Use two‑way radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
  • Use excavators according to operating practices to excavate materials such as overburden, sand, gravel, blasted rock, and snow.
  • Use excavators to scale walls, to bench and load mine haul trucks, to break rock with the rock breaker attachment.
  • Monitor gauges, and other indicators to make ensure the excavator is working properly, report discrepancies.

Required Experience And Skill Set

  • 2+ years of experience operating excavators at a mine site.
  • Job Conditions

  • Self‑motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
  • Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Takes initiative and works independently.
  • Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
  • Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
  • This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.
  • Certifications

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.
  • Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.
  • Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick‑up point locations.

    Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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