Backhoe Operator
- Vaughan, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years experience operating a backhoe
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Heavy Equipment Operators
Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, The Forest Group is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 30 years.
We are currently looking for a Backhoe Operator to join our growing team!
Reporting directly to the Site Supervisors, The Backhoe Operator will be responsible for performing a variety of construction tasks using a backhoe.
Roles & Responsibilities
Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.
Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, The Forest Group is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 30 years.
We are currently looking for a Backhoe Operator to join our growing team!
Reporting directly to the Site Supervisors, The Backhoe Operator will be responsible for performing a variety of construction tasks using a backhoe.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Using a Backhoe to remove concrete curbs and sidewalks on roads and parking lots.
- Bulk excavation and loading trucks for disposal
- Fine and finished grading work
- Following equipment maintenance schedule as required.
- Performing a daily circle check on equipment and vehicles.
- General labour duties such as preparing materials and clean up of site area.
- Other duties as assigned by the Site Supervisors
- Minimum 2 years experience operating a backhoe
- Experience in the construction industry with a willingness to learn
- Experience in concrete removal and/or road work is a requirement.
- Ability to multi task and work in a fast-paced environment
- A safety conscious demeanor and willingness to adhere to company safety policies, practices and procedures.
- A positive attitude and willingness to work as a part of a team
- Valid driver’s license
- We offer a competitive compensation package with the potential for a performance-based bonus. Compensation will vary based on applicants’ experience and qualifications
- We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
- We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
- Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
- A strong company culture and work life balance.
Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Backhoe Operator is responsible for removing concrete curbs and sidewalks, performing bulk excavation, and executing fine grading work. Additionally, they must conduct daily equipment checks and assist with general site labor and cleanup.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience operating a backhoe, specifically within concrete removal or road work. A valid driver's license and a strong commitment to safety policies are required.
Skills
- Backhoe Operation
- Bulk Excavation
- Fine Grading
- Finished Grading
- Equipment Maintenance
- Concrete Removal
- Road Work
- Site Cleanup
- Safety Compliance
- Multi-tasking
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Massage Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- RRSP With Employer Matching
- Performance-based Bonus
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Backhoe
- Heavy Equipment
- Construction
- Excavation
- Grading
- Concrete Removal
- Road Work
- Equipment Maintenance
- Circle Check
- Site Safety
- Asphalt Paving
- Landscape Construction