Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Outdoors. Dusty. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to plan methods or sequences of operation . 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. Prepare accident reports. Secure special attachments to equipment. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Operate hydraulic pumping systems. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification. Driver's License (Class 3 or D). Air Brake (Z) Endorsement. Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate. Forklift Operator Certification. Ground Disturbance - Level 1 program. Type of heavy equipment operated: Backhoe excavator, loader. Caterpillar (CAT) controls. Bulldozer, large or small. Area of work experience: Ditching. Excavation. Trenching. Type of industry experience: Telecommunication and communications. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Hard hat. Safety glasses/goggles. Gloves. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance.