Cape Breton Sand & Gravel Limited based in Sydney River, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Heavy equipment operator. Cape Breton Sand & Gravel Limited is a prominent supplier of quality construction materials. Specializing in sand and gravel products, the company plays a vital role in supporting construction projects throughout Cape Breton. Known for its commitment to delivering reliable and high-quality materials, Cape Breton Sand & Gravel is a trusted partner for contractors and developers. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Cape Breton Sand & Gravel Limited
Position: Heavy equipment operator
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $23.12 to $36.00 hourly (To be negotiated) for 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: 1672 Kings Rd, Sydney River, NS B1S 1E9
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning, Morning
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have registered apprenticeship certificate
or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 3 to less than 5 years
Type of heavy equipment operated: Backhoe excavator, loader, bulldozer (large or small), Gradall, grader, loader, compactor, roller, scraper, front-end loader, gravel or dump truck, bobcats
Area of work experience: Backfilling, demolition, ditching, excavation, fine grading and finishing, haul road maintenance, land clearing, landscaping, material handling, rough grading, slope grooming, sloping and banking, stockpiling, stripping, sub-grade excavating, sub-grade rolling, trenching
Type of industry experience: Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction, quarrying, road construction, surface mining
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots
Credentials: Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification
Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract)
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working outdoors and be able to endure hot working conditions
- The candidates should be adaptable to dusty environments and resilient to cold or refrigerated working conditions
- The candidates should be able to handle physically demanding tasks and have a strong attention to detail
- The candidates should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Candidate Status:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
- International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to operate heavy equipment, read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications, and calculate weight, distance, volume, and length measurements
- The candidates should be able to clean and lubricate equipment, refill equipment tanks, and operate computer-controlled equipment
- The candidates should be able to utilize material safety data sheets (MSDS), complete onboard and other logs, and conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
- The candidates should be able to prepare accident reports, secure special attachments to equipment, and operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- The candidates should be able to operate two-way radios and other communication equipment, perform minor repairs to equipment, and operate hydraulic pumping systems
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage and vision care benefits
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, Letter of recommendation, proof of the requested certifications, highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed) through the below-mentioned details
By email
[email protected]
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!