Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Calgary, AB
A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.
Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.
- Rocky View County, AB (8 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 19 hours ago
- Rocky View County, AB (8 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 19 hours ago
Randstad is seeking a skilled and experienced Forklift Operator for one of our clients in Calgary. This is a full-time position involving loading and unloading transport trucks of products using...
- Balzac, AB (17 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 3 days ago
- Balzac, AB (17 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 3 days ago
Our client has built a strong reputation in the water infrastructure industry by developing products and services for more than 160 years. Leading in quality and customer relationship, our client...
Are you an experienced Overhead Crane Operator? Have you had to move large pipes, heavy metal and awkward loads through manufacturing or production facilities? Experience operating other machinery...
Summary Reporting to the Material Control Supervisor, the purpose of the Forklift and Overhead Crane Operator within Enerflex Ltd. is ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of...
- Rocky View County, AB (8 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 9 days ago
- Rocky View County, AB (8 miles from Calgary, AB)
- 9 days ago
Job ID: 509500 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....
Line of Business: Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....
Randstad is seeking a highly skilled and certified Reach Truck Operator to join our growing team in Calgary. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and expanding distribution...
WE ARE ARCTIC GLACIER! Sure, we have exciting job opportunities, but being a “people first” organization we also offer competitive compensation, rewarding work, and a clear vision of doing the...
We are looking for a qualified reach truck operator for one of our food production facilities in Calgary. This would be a full-time contract in the warehouse, assisting with order picking,...
Now Hiring Forklift Drivers! Join us in person at Randstad NE for an exciting opportunity! We're hosting walk-in interviews every Wednesday from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at our office: Robertson...
Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the worlds largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...
Randstad Canada is currently hiring for one of our esteemed clients! We are looking for candidates with an ability to lift 30-50 lbs regularly. You are required to drive a car or car pool to reach...
Randstad is hiring skilled and reliable Distribution Forklift Operators to join our growing team at a fast-paced distribution warehouse! If you're a dedicated professional looking to contribute to...
Randstad is hiring skilled and reliable Part-Time Distribution Forklift Operators to join our growing team at a brand new cold storage distribution warehouse! If you're a dedicated professional...
Randstad is seeking a skilled and experienced Yard Forklift Operators to join a dynamic construction material distribution company. This role involves operating both indoor and outdoor forklift...
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Calgary, AB
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.
Highest Education Level
Heavy Equipment Operators in Calgary, AB offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Heavy Equipment Operator position
- Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Math
- Scanning
- Logistics
- Paving
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Affirmative Action
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse Management
- Material Handling
- Sorting
- Shipping and Receiving
- Housekeeping
- Cycle Counting
- Stacking
- Warehouse Management System
- Packing
- Distribution
- Regulations
- Picking & Packing
- Bulldozer Operator
- Military Background
- Pallet Jack
- Reverse Logistics
- Staging
- Excavation
- Drug Testing
- Backhoe Operator
- Crane Operator
- Inspections
- Excavate
- Shrink Wrapping
- LTL
- Order Fulfillment
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Reimbursement
- NCCCO
- NCCCO Certified
- Raw Materials
- Telescopic Boom Crane
- Motor Grader Operator
- Palletizing
- RF Scanner
- Concrete
- Shipping
- Loading & Unloading
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Background Checks
- Driving
- High School Diploma
- English
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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