Heavy Equipment Operator

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Position Overview:

Reporting to a Supervisor of Operations, the Heavy Equipment Operator will work as a collaborative member of the Operations team, contributing to a supportive and innovative work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate large heavy equipment, including rubber tire backhoe, loader (greater than 3 yard bucket), dozer, grader, scraper, and hydraulic excavator (shovel), to perform excavation, construction and snow removal work.
• Perform daily maintenance circle checks on all pieces of equipment prior to operation and follow all pre-trip inspections guidelines.
• Maintain an awareness of surroundings at all times, including location of other staff members and underground/overhead utilities to ensure safety of self, other staff, the public, and private property.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Valid MTO “DZ” class driver's license in good standing.
• Competent in the use of a rubber-tired backhoe and loader (subject to assessment as necessary).
• Available for shift work and winter call outs as required.
• Ability to successfully complete required progression criteria as it relates to this job title.
• Must have demonstrated communication skills with an ability to keep accurate written records.
• Able to perform a wide variety of duties including manual labour.
• Must be a competent person as defined by the Ontario Health & Safety Act.
• Must have good customer service skills.
• Must have an ability to participate as an effective team member.
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

The City of Kitchener is committed to an equity-driven, inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and to ensuring our workforce reflects the full diversity of the community we serve. We welcome applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ persons, as well as other equity deserving groups.

We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources to make your needs known, so that we can support your full and equal participation throughout the hiring process.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Only candidates whose skills, experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.