Front End Loader Operator

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• John Deere controls
• Operate heavy equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Calculate weight, distance, volume and length measurements
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Operate computer controlled equipment
• Utilize material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Complete onboard and other logs
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Prepare accident reports
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment
• Operate hydraulic pumping systems

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Forklift Operator Certification
• DZ class license

Experience and specialization

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Gradall
• Side-boom
• Grader
• Operate forklift
• Front end loader
• Bobcats

Area of work experience

• Snow removal

Type of industry experience

• Road construction

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Medical exam
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement