- Work Term: Seasonal
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 80 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: Will train
Work site environment
OutdoorsHotDusty
Work setting
Various locations
Tasks
Operate heavy equipmentClean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanksMeasure distance, volume, length and weightOperate computer controlled equipmentUnderstand the purpose, proper usgage and information found on material safety data sheets (MSDS)Complete onboard and other logsConduct pre-operational checks on equipmentPrepare accident reportsSecure special attachments to equipmentOperate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentOperate two-way radios and other communication equipmentPerform minor repairs to equipmentOperate hydraulic pumping systems
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
Type of heavy equipment operated
Backhoe excavator, loaderCaterpillar (CAT) controlsBulldozer, large or smallCable shovel, large or smallLoaderAsphalt spreaderPulverizing, stabilizing machineCompactorPaverRollerGravel or dump truckIndustrial lift trucks and fork-liftsBobcats
Type of industry experience
Road construction
Transportation/travel information
Willing to travelWilling to travel regularlyValid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demandingAttention to detailFast-paced environment
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsSafety vestGloves
Screening questions
Are you available for shift or on-call work?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Employment terms options
Early morningEveningShiftNight
Employment terms options
WeekendOvertime required
Workplace information
On the road job
Support for newcomers and refugees
Does not require Canadian work experience