Overview of responsibilities :

20 Days On, 10 Days off, Day and Night Shift.
Under the direction of the Foreman, the Heavy Equipment Operator (Production Excavator) is responsible for backfilling, digging, trenching, loading trucks in a safe and effective manner. The Heavy Equipment Operator is also responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining the equipment and performing repairs as required.

Qualifications :

The following are requirements of this position:
• 5 years’ experience in a mining environment operating production excavators (Cat 390 and Cat 6015)
• Operators must be capable and willing and able to operate various types of Heavy Equipment and be a multifaceted versatile operator.
• Must be well versed in mining site protocols, rules and code of conduct;
• Willingness to work in a team environment;
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner;
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures;
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are completed properly;
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

Knowledge requirements :

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Backfilling, digging, trenching, and loading trucks;
• Operating heavy equipment to lift and move bulk materials at the worksite.
• Grade various parts of the worksite to the designed elevation in a timely manner;
• Ability to understand rough or fine grade finishing along with plans;
• Ability to set up Excavator and pit for most efficient loading design, in line with supervisor;
• Responsible for understanding issues involving ground disturbance;
• Operating the equipment and attachments in a smooth and safe manner;
• Perform and document daily safety and maintenance checks;
• Repair and maintain vehicle in good condition;
• Advise the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs;
• Be aware of surroundings at all times;
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Protect and promote the interest of this company in all matters and to take actions as required to satisfy such responsibilities;
• Ensure safety of fellow employees;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special skills and abilities :

Applicants must possess a valid traction engine licenses and HEO Certificate.

The Municipal Group of Companies is Atlantic Canada’s largest civil construction contractor, with a diverse set of industrial service capabilities. As an organization, we have been operating for more than 50 years, and our presence now extends through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, and the Caribbean. Safety is a core value of the Municipal Group of Companies. Our organization is a leader in incident/accident prevention, and we maintain an intensive safety program on all of our projects.