Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Summary:

Haldimand Commercial Maintenance is seeking a motivated individual to join and lead our excavation team with various projects:

• Jobs are varied and range from Digging of Foundations, Installation of culverts, Landscape Construction, Ditching Work, Grading, Water and Sewer Installation and Repair, Emergency Work & Road Maintenance.

Our working Heavy Equipment Operator will work independently alongside & oversee Team members to organize, perform and execute various excavation services for customers.

Responsibilities:

• Operate Heavy Equipment (Excavator, Backhoe, Bull Dozer Etc).
• Conduct daily circle checks of equipment before operating
• Clean and maintain equipment and perform minor repairs. Ensure fuel and other fluid levels are at optimum levels
• Organize, Direct and Supervise a Crew of team members to facilitate and execute various excavation service jobs with efficiency.
• Work with, encourage and facilitate growth amongst team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including driver logbooks for CVOR vehicles, hours of service, etc.
• Assist with general duties to maintain the shop, common areas, and exterior of the yard
• Must have valid drivers license (AZ License an asset)
• Respond to various emergency situations such as water main breaks, sewer back-up flooding, accidents etc.

What You'll Bring:

• AZ license considered an asset
• Experience with Excavation Services considered an Asset including but not limited to: Ditching work, Grading, Water and Sewer Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Emergency work & Road Maintenance.
• Willingness to learn and appreciate Team values
• Strong work Ethic
• Flexible, Organized, and able to manage time in a fast-paced environment with rapidly shifting priorities
• Mechanical knowledge and experience with general equipment maintenance and operation of small tools and Heavy Equipment
• Effective communication (both written and verbal) to accurately document daily activities
• Willingness to remain on call occasionally and work assigned day, night, and weekend shifts
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Haldimand County, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Heavy Equipment Operator: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• DZ License (preferred)
• AZ License (preferred)

Work Location: In person