Heavy Equipment Operator

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Dusty
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment

Experience and specialization

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Loader
• Dump truck

Area of work experience

• Land clearing
• Material handling
• Snow removal
• Stock piling
• Stripping

Type of industry experience

• Surface mining

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Overtime required
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety vest

Benefits

Other benefits

• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options