Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various machinery to complete construction projects according to plans. Duties include performing daily safety checks, equipment maintenance, and executing tasks like excavating and grading.

Job details

Heavy Equipment Operator Company IDL Projects Inc. (IDL) is a dynamic, rapidly expanding company focused on providing a broad array of construction services in Canada and internationally. We have established ourselves as a go-to solutions provider in the construction areas of civil and infrastructure, commercial, residential, public and institutional, industrial, energy, mining and safety services. Position Summary The Heavy Equipment Operator is part of an effective constructions team that successfully completes projects according to approved plans, specifications and applicable codes while maintaining high quality and a safe workplace. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of various pieces of equipment. Responsibilities Operates heavy equipment safely and efficiently according to relevant legislation, policies, procedures and work plans Performs daily safety and maintenance checks Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored Advises the Superintendent or maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repair Participates in routine fueling and maintenance Practices workplace safety May perform other related duties as required Heavy Equipment operation may include but is not limited to Dozers, Graders, Backhoe Loaders, Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer, Packers Qualifications 2+ years’ experience in Heavy Equipment operation Must be able to interpret grade stakes, clear, grub, strip, excavate, backfill, ditch, and stockpile Able to cut and spread material Able to excavate, stockpile, backfill and load with loader Able to construct berms, excavate side hills, and finish side slopes Able to grade to final grade, finish slopes and mix soil stabilization materials with grader Able to perform surface and drainage maintenance Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience in a construction environment or in a similar role Familiar with construction terms and practices Effective verbal and listening communication skills Ability to understand and effectively execute verbal and written directions Adheres to company Health, Safety, & Environmental reporting and standard assessments Must possess a valid driver’s license

What you’ll do

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various machinery to complete construction projects according to plans. Duties include performing daily safety checks, equipment maintenance, and executing tasks like excavating and grading.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation and a valid driver's license. Proficiency in interpreting grade stakes and performing various earth-moving tasks is required.

Listed skills

• Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Grade Stake Interpretation
• Excavation
• Backfilling
• Grading
• Soil Stabilization
• Surface Maintenance
• Drainage Maintenance
• Equipment Maintenance
• Workplace Safety
• Problem Solving
• Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Engineering
• Energy