Heavy equipment operator

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate heavy equipment
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Type of heavy equipment operated

• Backhoe excavator, loader
• Loader
• Front end loader

Type of industry experience

• Surface mining

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver’s licence

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots