Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating machinery such as excavators, dozers, loaders, and trash compactors while adhering to safety standards. Responsibilities also include performing pre-operational checks, minor equipment repairs, and maintaining site cleanliness.

Job details

About Us At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude. With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints. SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients. Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share. Your Opportunity at SECURE As our Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating an Excavator, Dozer, Loader and Trash Compactor. This position would be well-suited to individuals with Forestry, Construction or Oilfield industry experience that want to be working closer to home and have a set schedule and hours of work. This role is based out of Fort McMurray, AB The Team The SECURE Metals & Mining team is a group of experienced professionals dedicated to providing innovative and reliable scrap metal recycling services. With a strong focus on safety and customer satisfaction, our team operates across strategically located facilities in Western Canada, offering a full range of services from recycling and clean-up to demolition and surplus scrap metal marketing. Work Environment This is a 7 x 7 rotation, FIFO, Camp. A Day in The Life The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to: Operate equipment while adhering to all safe work practices and procedures Operator Excavator, Dozer, Loader and Trash Compactor Experience with Shears will be considered an asset Follow Secures’ operating standards and procedures Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment. Complete walk-arounds, safety checks and ensure equipment is running properly Secure special attachments to equipment Operate two-way radios and other communication when required Minor repairs to equipment. Report any necessary reports to the supervisor Must be able to work varied shift start and finish times, occasional weekends/overtime and occasionally travel away from home location overnight for project-based Skills, Experience & Qualifications The individual in this role will have the following skills: Technical Experience operating heavy equipment. Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving containers and other heavy materials. Landfill operator experience is preferred Strong work ethic and ability to work long days and occasional overnights. Fit-for-Work each day. Interpersonal Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear manner. Good listening skills along with ability to accept and follow direction. Open and honest with team members as it relates to all aspects of the work. Ability to work alone and cover for supervision when required. Self-starter with the ability to understand operation objectives and can complete tasks with limited supervision. What's in it for you At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance. In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer: Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include: Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more Health Care Spending Account Employee Wellness Programs Employee Savings Plan Career progression A competitive employee referral program Industry-leading safety standards Community investment initiatives (Our Stories) We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity. Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support. We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate. Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.

What you’ll do

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating machinery such as excavators, dozers, loaders, and trash compactors while adhering to safety standards. Responsibilities also include performing pre-operational checks, minor equipment repairs, and maintaining site cleanliness.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous experience in forestry, construction, or the oilfield industry. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks and a commitment to following strict operational and safety procedures.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health care spending account
• Employee wellness programs
• Employee savings plan
• Career progression
• Employee referral program

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Excavator operation
• Dozer operation
• Loader operation
• Trash compactor operation
• Heavy equipment maintenance
• Safety compliance
• Pre-operational checks
• Communication
• Physical stamina
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Equipment lubrication
• Two-Way Radios
• Self-Starter
• Energetic
• Strong Work Ethic
• Demolition
• Customer Service
• Heavy Equipment
• Forestry
• Oil and Gas
• Greenhouse Gas
• Marketing
• Innovation
• Waste Management
• Listening Skills
• Scrap Metals
• Operations
• Safety Standards
• Dozer
• Honesty

Job areas

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

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