earth-moving equipment operator
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Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Operate heavy equipment. Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements . Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks. Operate computer controlled equipment. Complete onboard and other logs. Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment. Secure special attachments to equipment. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Perform minor repairs to equipment. Read blueprints and drawings. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Driver's License (Class 1 or A). Type of heavy equipment operated: Backhoe excavator, loader. Caterpillar (CAT) controls. Dump truck. Bobcats. Equipment and machinery experience: Skidsteer. Area of work experience: Backfilling. Demolition. Excavation. Fine grading and finishing. Land clearing. Rough grading. Slope grooming. Snow removal. Stock piling. Stripping. Sub-grade excavating. Trenching. Type of industry experience: Residential construction. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Hard hat. Safety vest. Gloves. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you live near the job location?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Overtime required. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Other benefits: Transportation provided by employer.