Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Surerus Murphy Joint Venture, Canada

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  • Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
  • Canada

Job Description

Note:
Preference is given to local candidates and those from the surrounding Indigenous Communities. Please highlight on your application if either of these apply.

ROLE
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment such as: Dozer, Loader, Grader, Excavator/Backhoe, Scraper, Rock Truck, Skid Steer, Packer, Mule Trax, Tracked Dump Truck.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operate heavy equipment to lift, move or place equipment or materials.
  • Load and unload equipment.
  • Be aware of situation hazards, including blind spots, pinch points, road crossings, power lines, conflicting right-of-way traffic and proper use of tag lines.
  • Operate equipment safely in various terrains such as steep slopes.
  • Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
  • Perform routine pre-operation inspection and maintenance on equipment.
  • Fill out equipment logbooks.
  • Clean, lubricate and refuel equipment.
  • Communicate with the equipment spotter to discuss hand signals, blind spots etc.
Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is considered an asset.
  • Heavy Equipment Operator Certification is considered an asset.
  • Various safety tickets/certificates as required depending on project.
Experience
  • Junior: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Labourer preferably in pipeline construction.
  • Intermediate: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Junior Heavy Equipment Operator.
  • Senior: Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
  • Experience working in muskeg is considered an asset.
  • Experience on steep slopes is considered an asset.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Ability to read locate sheets and possible underground and/or overhead utilities.
  • Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures including but not limited to backing up procedures, use of spotters, signage, incident reporting, required personal protective equipment and lifting of heavy loads.
  • Knowledge of equipment operation, cleaning and maintenance requirements.
  • Knowledge of pipeline construction industry.
  • Knowledge of rigging and hoisting techniques.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is field based and often works within remote project locations. Travel and/or living in temporary accommodations is required. Must be able to work a 6 days on 1 day off schedule with 12 hour shifts for the duration of the project. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Heavy Equipment Operator reports to the Foreperson of his/her crew. The position has no supervisory duties.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION RANGE
$27.05 to $ 50.00/hour

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Remote job, Gangs, Shift work,

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