HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Forest Contractors Ltd.
Location:Woodbridge, Ontario
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Setting: On site
Wage: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour (To be negotiated)
Hours: 30-40 hours per week
Vacancies: 5
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Description
Forest Contractors Ltd. is seeking experienced, reliable and skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team. Successful candidates will be responsible for operating various types of heavy construction equipment on projects at different work locations.
The ideal candidates must have between three (3) and less than five (5) years of relevant experience, demonstrate strong equipment operation skills and be capable of working safely and efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding construction environment.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy construction equipment and machinery to support various construction activities.
Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and technical specifications to determine project requirements.
Plan appropriate operating methods and work sequences according to project specifications.
Perform pre-operational equipment inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Clean, lubricate and maintain equipment, including refilling fuel and other required tanks.
Measure distances, volumes, lengths and weights as required for construction activities.
Use two-way radios and other communication equipment to coordinate work activities.
Follow established workplace safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
Education & Experience
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.
Experience: Three (3) years to less than five (5) years of relevant heavy equipment operating experience.
Language: English.
Skills & Requirements
-Experience operating various types of heavy construction equipment, including:
Backhoe excavators and loaders
Caterpillar (CAT) equipment and controls
John Deere equipment and controls
Large and small bulldozers
Side-boom equipment
Graders
Rollers
Forklifts
Bobcats
-Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, maps and technical drawings.
-Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance and pre-operational safety inspections.
-Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
-Must have steel-toed safety boots.
Work Environment
On-site employment at various construction locations.
Outdoor work with potential exposure to dusty conditions.
Fast-paced and physically demanding work environment.
Work must be performed at designated construction sites; remote- work is not available.
Benefits
Health Benefits
- Health care plan
Additional Benefits
- Other benefits provided by the employer.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume outlining their relevant carpentry experience and qualifications listed above to hr.forestcontractor@gmail.com
Forest Contractors Ltd. promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.