Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various heavy machinery including dozers, excavators, and loaders. They also perform preventative maintenance on equipment and support general yard and facility upkeep.

Job details

NSC Minerals Ltd., established in 1988, has grown into a leading supplier of minerals - including salt and calcium chloride - across Western Canada and the North and Midwest United States. In 2020, NSC was acquired by Stone Canyon Industry Holdings and is now part of a broader family of companies that includes Windsor Salt and Morton Salt. Our head office is located in Saskatoon, SK, with operating plants in Rocanville, SK, Vanscoy, SK, and Brooks, AB. Job Summary The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of equipment, including dozers, wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, graders, rock trucks, and aerial work platforms (AWP). Operators also support general yard and facility upkeep to maintain smooth daily operations. This position is additionally responsible for performing preventative maintenance during operation downtime and supporting labour duties as required. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong safety awareness, versatility, and solid operating skills. Duties and Responsibilities * Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, skid steers, graders, rock trucks, and AWPs. * Perform preventative maintenance during operation downtime, including basic inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and reporting equipment issues. * Perform yard and facility housekeeping duties as required. * Follow all safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Minimum one (1) year of equipment operation experience in a heavy industrial environment. * Valid Class 5 driver’s licence. * Flexible mindset with willingness to support various site tasks. * Strong commitment to safety and teamwork. * Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Work Environment * Manual labour is required. * Working outdoors is required year round. * PPE is required to be worn at all times when working on site. * Site consists of variations in temperature and noise levels. * Sensory attention/mental stress can be quite high during high production periods.

What you’ll do

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various heavy machinery including dozers, excavators, and loaders. They also perform preventative maintenance on equipment and support general yard and facility upkeep.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of one year of equipment operation experience in a heavy industrial environment. A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and a strong commitment to safety are required.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Heavy equipment operation
• Dozer operation
• Wheel loader operation
• Excavator operation
• Skid steer operation
• Grader operation
• Rock truck operation
• Aerial work platform operation
• Preventative maintenance
• Equipment inspection
• Lubrication
• Safety protocols
• Standard operating procedures
• Facility housekeeping
• Teamwork
• Equipment Operation
• Housekeeping
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Operations

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Heavy Equipment Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators