- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Tasks
Interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to plan methods or sequences of operation Operate heavy equipmentRead blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements Clean 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 two-way radios and other communication equipmentPerform minor repairs to equipmentOperate hydraulic pumping systems
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
Type of heavy equipment operated
Backhoe excavator, loaderCaterpillar (CAT) controlsConcrete spreader
Area of work experience
BackfillingDemolitionExcavationLand clearingMaterial handlingRough gradingSlope groomingSloping and bankingStock pilingStrippingSub-grade excavatingSub-grade rollingTrenching
Type of industry experience
Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 44 hours per week