Heavy Equipment Operator


In this position you will be responsible to inspect equipment to ensure it is in safe, operable condition and any servicing has been competed, operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures, ensure company equipment and material is maintained, kept cleaned, and stored in a safe manner, properly reports any mechanical or safety problems with the equipment in accordance with company procedures, provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance, proactively communicate with foreman, superintendent and coworkers and complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation as required.
Requirements include:
· High school diploma/GED preferred
· Technical certifications/card/diploma required to operate heavy equipment according to the laws and regulations of the work location (corporate trainings sufficient for operating a roller-packer, telehandler, and skid steer)
· 5 years of construction industry experience for the excavator and grader and 3 years of construction industry experience for the bulldozer, loader, and rock truck
· Valid driver’s licence
· Good physical condition and strength
· Comfort working in high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations
· Ability to work in teams and communicate both verbally and written
· A keen eye to details and good decision-making skills
· Manage to handle emergency situations, work pressure and stress