Yard Operator (Heavy Equipment)

Privately owned and operated, The Shaw Group Limited is one of Eastern Canada’s leading real estate developers, community developers, and natural resource manufacturers. With its 158-year history in Atlantic Canada, excellent reputation, solid balance sheet, vast land holdings, and a focus on products for the construction industry, the Company is well positioned for continued growth.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Yard Operator to join our team in Lantz, Nova Scotia. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery to perform tasks such as, loading, and material handling. You will play a critical role in our manufacturing/production projects, ensuring efficient and safe operation of heavy equipment. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the successful candidate will be accountable, reliable and safety conscious.

As an integral part of the production team at Shaw Precast Solutions, the Yard Operator will be a leader who has the capability to ensure our team manufactures products to our highest standards.

• Responsibilities
  • Operate forklift/heavy machinery to move finished product and forms from production area to take-out yard and storage areas as needed.
  • Operate other equipment (e.g., Loader, Mi-Jack, etc.) where required and as directed by your supervisor.
  • Determine and attach proper lifting attachments / tools appropriate for materials being transported and perform ongoing machine adjustments and minor maintenance as necessary.
  • Loading and unloading products and/or raw materials on trailers.
  • Rigging and load securing.
  • Assist dry cast plant production stripping crew in daily pipe production, stripping and takeout.
  • Set up and take down of pipe cages.
  • Remove pallets and headers from completed products.
  • Daily yard and plant clean up.
  • Other Duties as assigned.

• Qualifications
  • Be safety conscious and actively promote a safe work environment.
  • Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Holds an overhead travelling crane license or willing to obtain.
  • Holds a valid forklift license/ticket or willing to obtain.
  • Knowledge of forklift equipment, attachments, and proper tools to be used for each form.
  • Be a self-starter and work with minimum supervision.
  • Have a clean attendance and disciplinary records.
  • Must be able to lift up to or greater than 50 lbs, as required.

• Are you interested?
  • We understand the importance of investing in and developing our people. We are collaborative and team oriented. We provide our team with the opportunities to grow and we create a safe environment for our people to bring fresh ideas to the table. And we like people with a “let’s get it done” attitude! If this sounds like the right fit for you, please show your interest by submitting your resume.
  • We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities in our workplace and encourage applications from Women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
  • For more information on The Shaw Group of Companies and Shaw Precast Solutions please visit our website: www.shawgroupltd.com

The Shaw Group Limited