Heavy Equipment Operators- Campbell Hill Landfill

Job description:

MINEX a division of Infracon Construction Inc. is seeking experienced Excavator and Dozer operators to join our team and support our active operations at the Campbell Hill Landfill near Cache Creek BC. This position will be working 7 days on and 7 days off shift schedule.

The ideal candidate has a valid Class 3 Drivers licence or higher and previous experience working in a heavy civil construction mining or forestry environment operating Dozers and Excavators. We are looking for candidates that have demonstrated a commitment to safety and want to be part of an exciting project and operations team.

Reporting to the Superintendent this position is a union position and the compensation and benefits are detailed under the CLAC Local 68 Union Agreement. Travel pay will be provided for candidates residing in the local area within a reasonable commute to the operations site.

Responsibilities:

• Safely efficiently operate multiple sizes of heavy equipment to meet production demands
• Sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance
• Safely secure construction equipment attachments materials and other equipment
• Identify and report any required or preventative maintenance to supervisor
• Perform all appropriate pre- and post-equipment inspections
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Timely and accurate completion of all required paperwork
• Must be willing and able to assist with ground work as required
• Other responsibilities to support the success of the company and its operations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must have a valid Class 3 Drivers License and clean Drivers Abstract
• Previous experience in the heavy civil construction mining or forestry industry is ideal
• Reliable transportation for travel to multiple work locations
• Basic experience working with hand tools
• Experience pulling grade and sloping (with or without stakes) operating GPS machine controls and loading haul trucks is considered an asset
• Sufficient mechanical ability to troubleshoot and make minor repairs to equipment and vehicle
• Capable of working with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Must have a demonstrated commitment to being a safety leader

Safety Requirements:

• Basic PPE to be supplied by the worker are boots hi-visibility vest hardhat and glasses.
• MINEX will provide any specialized PPE.
• Drug and Alcohol testing as required
• Safety certifications (First Aid CSTS etc.) considered an asset

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This position works outdoors a majority of time and conditions may include very cold or hot temperatures wind flying dust and uneven ground. The Heavy Equipment Operator position requires frequent standing walking twisting bending reaching and kneeling. Must be able to climb ladders and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.

Compensation:

MINEX offers great benefits ongoing training growth opportunities and a culture built on determination teamwork and integrity.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cache Creek BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Excavator Operation: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 3 or higher Driver Licence (required)

Work Location: In person