Excavator Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a 308 Cat Excavator.
• Understand, promote, participate in, and continuously improve all aspects of the company safety programs & initiatives (including Goal Zero).
• Comply with company safety standards and policies.
• Comply with legislated environmental, health, and safety regulations, laws, and codes.
• Be responsible for the safe execution of their own tasks.
• Operate heavy mobile equipment of various sizes and weights safely and efficiently.
• Report any problems or hazards directly to the onsite supervisor or superintendent.
• Follow direction of supervisor or superintendent as to daily tasks and expectations.
• Positively participate in Goal Zero Initiative, including adhering to the Defined Activities as defined for their position.
• Responsible for equipment checks and informing mechanics and supervisors of mechanical problems with the equipment.
• Groundwork or Labourer tasks as required.
• Assist in training less experienced employees on the proper operations and servicing of equipment.
• Communicate professionally and diplomatically with colleagues, supervisors, customers, and visitors at all times.
• Ensure tools used for daily tasks remain clean and organized within their designated locations.

Skills/Abilities

• Experience in the roadbuilding industry is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years operating a construction-grade excavator.
• Finishing road and stabilizing in an excavator is considered an asset within 2 centimeters
• Must hold a class 5 license.
• Must be able to work in highly congested areas.
• Must be able to operate mobile heavy equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.
• Must have knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have a basic knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Able to perform physical/manual labour for extended periods of time.
• Able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies.
• Able and willing to work overtime as required.
• Must be reliable.
• Must exhibit a strong work ethic.
• Must have strong regard for ethics.
• Ability to meet and adhere to all safety requirements and applicable safety policies, including pre-employment drug, alcohol, and medical testing.
• Must be willing to join and/or maintain active membership with the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 955, if not already a member.