Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks (always plan safety first and then production second!);
• Practice workplace safety and actively participate in weekly/daily safety meetings;
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life;
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures;
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required;
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored;
• Advise supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs;
• Knowledge of desired cycle timing/production and adjustment of work plan to achieve;
• Additional duties as assigned and suggests revisions and additions to these competencies;