Details:
Job Description: Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the HEO position is responsible for the safe and productive operation of equipment following all applicable Orca Sand & Gravel Practices and Procedures. Operators must complete a pre-trip inspection of equipment prior to operation, complete logbook entries after inspection and turn in logbook sheet at end of shift, complete inspection forms and report any problems or mechanical defects to Supervisor. Duties include but are not limited to safe/productive operation of mine equipment (scraper, loader, dozer and excavator), clean up of assigned area, assisting with screen changes in the plant, greasing duties, assisting with ship moorage, other duties may be assigned as determined by operational requirements.
Success in this position is demonstrated by the willingness to learn and take on new tasks, with the ability to maintain the expected level of safety, quality and productivity. The Operator is required to maintain pit blend requirements to ensure quality controls are met; report all injuries, near misses and incidents as soon as they take place and take part in incident investigations as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 3 years previous experience on front end loader, dozer and excavator
Previous experience on CAT scrapers an asset
Good communication skills
Able to work as both part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
Reading and math skills to at least high school graduation level
Must be able to work with fractions
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
Work with the tools required of your job
Preference given to residents of the North Island
Must be able to pass pre-employment and pre-access drug and alcohol screening and background checks.