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The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include: excavators, rock trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, skid steers, man lifts, and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures
Job Responsibility
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant industry standards, policies, and site procedures
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored at close of shift
Advise direct supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Participate in routine maintenance
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
Requirements
At least 3 years of dedicated heavy equipment operation experience with specific experience operating excavators, dozers, skid steers, and rock trucks
Read and interpret site-specific safety plans
may be amended daily
Read and interpret equipment operator's manuals
Read and interpret load charts for corresponding rigging equipment
Operate heavy equipment and/or drive trucks
Work in areas of uneven terrain
Assist in the training of new or less-skilled Equipment Operators
Read and comprehend site-specific rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals