Equipment Operator

Job summary

The equipment operator is responsible for safely operating construction machinery such as excavators and skid steers while adhering to all safety protocols. They must also participate in preventive maintenance programs and work effectively within a team environment.

Job details

Since 1978, HighLine Group of Companies has become a leading force in electrical initiatives in Alberta with offices in Edmonton, Calgary and Sylvan Lake as well as Regina. As HighLine continues to expand, we are always adapting to the industry through training and employing exemplary staff who are highly qualified in the field. Furthermore, HighLine observes and promotes safety and educational guidelines relevant to this industry. Essential Functions, Major Duties, and/or Accountabilities Operate construction machinery such as excavators, Skid steer, all-terrain forklifts and other foundation equipment. Maintain and ensure high level of safety Review and understand all safe job procedures and job safety analysis for performed tasks. Attend all pre-job, post-job and monthly safety meetings as required. Wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Work with others as a team Participate in the Preventive Maintenance program for the equipment you operate Setup, inspect and operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Operate equipment productively in all conditions including high traffic, remote or congested areas, as well as in all weather conditions. Qualifications and Skills: Skid steer experience required. Excavator experience required. Ability to understand and work with utility locates. Experience in utility construction preferred. High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility and adaptability. Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret company programs, objectives, policies and procedures. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. High school diploma required. Class 1, 3 or 5(Q) drivers license would be an asset Effective oral communication skills Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision) RPP - Group RRSP Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance Paid Time Off Benefits Training & Development Employee Assistance Program - Counseling

What you’ll do

The equipment operator is responsible for safely operating construction machinery such as excavators and skid steers while adhering to all safety protocols. They must also participate in preventive maintenance programs and work effectively within a team environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience with excavators and skid steers, along with a high school diploma. Familiarity with utility locates and construction practices is preferred, and a valid driver's license is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan
• Medical
• Disability
• Dental
• Vision
• Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Excavator operation
• Skid steer operation
• Forklift operation
• Foundation equipment operation
• Safety compliance
• Preventive maintenance
• Utility locates
• Utility construction
• Resourcefulness
• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Oral communication
• Time Off Management
• Valid Driver's License
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Job Safety Analysis
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

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

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