Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

The operator will manage heavy equipment such as backhoes and excavators for civil and commercial construction projects. Responsibilities include performing routine equipment maintenance, conducting safety checks, and ensuring safe working practices on-site.

Job details

Adams Lake Indian Band is seeking one casual on call Civil Construction and Heavy Equipment Operator to work under the direction of the Adams Lake Band’s Director of Infrastructure. DUTIES INCLUDE: * Operating a backhoe/excavator and other heavy equipment as required * Working in conjunction with the team * Working on Civil and Commercial projects as necessary * Circle checks and maintenance of equipment * Critical thinking and problem solving with limited supervision * Ensuring safe working practices for self, and others including Community members QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWELDGE AND SKILLS * Must have a minimum of 10 Years demonstrated experience on an Excavator * Must have a minimum of 10 Years demonstrated experience on a Dozer * Must hold Telehandler Level 1 certification * Must have proven back hoe experience * Civil installation experience is required * WHIMIS * Working Knowledge of WorkSafe * Appropriate and valid driving/operating licenses * Experience with Laser Level OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (REQUIRED DOCUMENTS) Acceptable Criminal Record Check (Original) Drivers abstract with results acceptable to ALIB Appropriate licenses and certifications TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Casual on Call Wage range: $30 - $35 per hour Competition open until filled All interested candidates are asked to submit a resume with references to: https://workforcenow.adp.com/recruitment/alib [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=ff74a3f0-8b75-4862-ae1d-686d50313c46&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA] Preference may be given to ALIB band members and individuals who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit, or Indigenous ancestry. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. If you have any questions about the position, difficulties applying, or require an accommodation during the selection process, which is available upon request, please contact us either via telephone at: 250-679-2214 or email: human-resources@alib.ca [human-resources@alib.ca] Although we acknowledge all those interested in the position, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. ALIB reserves the right to amend, withdraw or cancel the posting.

What you’ll do

The operator will manage heavy equipment such as backhoes and excavators for civil and commercial construction projects. Responsibilities include performing routine equipment maintenance, conducting safety checks, and ensuring safe working practices on-site.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 10 years of demonstrated experience operating excavators and dozers. Additional requirements include Telehandler Level 1 certification, WHIMIS training, and a valid driver's license.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Excavator operation
• Dozer operation
• Backhoe operation
• Telehandler operation
• Civil installation
• Equipment maintenance
• Laser level usage
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Safety compliance
• WorkSafe knowledge
• WHIMIS
• Backhoes
• Laser Levels
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Dozer
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Government & Public Sector
• Heavy Equipment Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

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