Heavy Equipment Operator
- Saskatoon, SK, S7K 0X3, Canada
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- English
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Original job description
Join Amrize as a Heavy Equipment Operator and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that’s building North America - we want to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will maintain operations of the pit on a day to day basis. Reporting to the Aggregates Production Lead Hand, the Heavy Equipment Operator will be required to inspect, maintain and operate a wheel loader, excavator, dozer and or 40-ton articulated haul trucks and will be required to assist with labour and servicing activities as a part of the crushing/pit crew.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- Ensure the safety of company personnel, the community, and environment.
- Responsible for completing the daily equipment checklist.
- Responsible for maintaining and inspecting equipment to ensure good working order and document conditions found prior to shift operation.
- Monitor material production within specifications.
- Ensure consistent feed to maintain a quality product.
- Create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Seek out and implement Best Practices.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Work Experience: The ideal candidate will have a broad range experience operating heavy equipment (1A License an asset), a minimum two (2) years mining/aggregates experience preferred and five (5) years proven experience in heavy equipment operation.
Additional Requirements:
- Communicate information with Crusher Foreman.
- Ensure safety goals are achieved.
- Work co-operatively with all personnel.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills and works well in a team environment.
- A positive and proactive attitude towards teamwork and safety.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Effective organizational, time management and analytical skills.
- Self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants
- A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
- Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
- Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
- Easy access to mental health and well-being support
- Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
- Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
- Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
- Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
- An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
- A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
- Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable
As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of heavy machinery such as loaders, excavators, and haul trucks within a pit environment. They must ensure all production activities meet quality specifications while strictly adhering to health, safety, and environmental protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least five years of proven experience in heavy equipment operation, with mining or aggregates experience preferred. Strong communication skills, a proactive safety mindset, and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential.
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Wheel loader operation
- Excavator operation
- Dozer operation
- Articulated haul truck operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Pension plan
- RRSP
- TFSA
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Mental health support
- Service recognition awards
- Discounts on products and services
- Online learning platforms
- Financial educational assistance
- Parental financial support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Logistics
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Wheel Loader
- Excavator
- Dozer
- Articulated Haul Trucks
- Mining
- Aggregates
- Safety Protocols
- PPE
- Respirator
- Equipment Inspection
- Production Monitoring
- Best Practices
- Teamwork
- 1A License