Excavator Operator

Atlantic Road Construction & Paving is a well established heavy civil construction company specializing in mass excavation, drilling and blasting, pipe and underground utility, concrete placement and asphalt paving. We are currently looking to hire experienced Excavator Operators to join our growing team in the HRM. If you're ready for an opportunity with a company that's focused on growth, values experience, and is building a team for the long haul, now's the time to make the move. Apply now!

Requirements:

• Experience operating an excavator in a heavy civil construction setting.


• Capable and confident doing finish grade work, water & sewer installation, and working in tight spaces. 


• Solid understanding of construction, maintenance techniques & how to safely use equipment.


• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.


• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.


• Effective time management skills with the ability to manage many tasks.


• Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Heavy Equipment Operator trade certification considered an asset.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check equipment before operating to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency components are in good working order.


• Perform work in excavator as per project requirements. 


• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulation, and compliance.


• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accident/injuries immediately to the supervisor.


• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service.


• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work as required.


• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation.


• Maneuver heavy equipment into loading or unloading positions, follow signals from crew members as needed, check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.


• Operate equipment such as mobile radios and telephones to exchange necessary information to supervisors or other operators.


• Ensure that any debris caused by loading/unloading of equipment is cleaned up.


• Other duties as required

We offer:

• Starting rate depending on experience.


• Medical & Dental coverage.


• RRSP matching.


• Friendly & respectful management team that will help you succeed.