Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alberta
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.
GFL Environmental is looking for a Loader Operator to join our team in Fort McMurray, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various Front End Loaders and other necessary...
Randstad is seeking a highly motivated Warehouse Associate to join our client's team in Edmonton. This is a physically demanding role requiring consistent lifting and working in a dusty...
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...
Now Hiring – Forklift Operators 292156 Crosspointe Road, Rocky View County, AB (behind the Century Downs Racetrack/Casino in Balzac). Shift: Day shift, 7:00 am – 3:30 am Monday to Friday Night...
Line of Business: Aggregates 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...
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....
What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...
Job ID: 507959 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....
Job ID: 507957 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....
Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement? Are you interested in full-time, indoor work in a city setting? Lafarge has immediate openings for experienced...
Randstad is actively hiring skilled and reliable Forklift Drivers to join our growing team! If you're a dedicated professional looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving...
Contribute to the production team to ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies. Process vehicles in a safe manner to produce core & scrap products, enable...
Would you want to work in a warehouse of one of the worlds largest cable distributors right here in Calgary SE? Then apply here! We are looking for safety conscious certified forklift operators...
GFL Environmental is looking for an Excavator Operator to join our team in Fort McMurray, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various excavators and other necessary machinery...
Silent-Aire Limited Partnership is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. Silent-Aire is a technology driven company that designs, engineers and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular...
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alberta
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.
Highest Education Level
Heavy Equipment Operators in Alberta 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
- Merchandising
- Math
- Scanning
- Logistics
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Affirmative Action
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse Management
- Material Handling
- Sorting
- Transportation Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Pulling Orders
- Housekeeping
- Cycle Counting
- Stacking
- Warehouse Management System
- Packing
- Distribution
- Regulations
- RF Scanner
- Picking & Packing
- Punctual
- Bulldozer Operator
- Military Background
- Pallet Jack
- Reverse Logistics
- Staging
- Excavation
- Drug Testing
- Backhoe Operator
- Crane Operator
- Inspections
- Excavate
- Shrink Wrapping
- LTL
- Order Fulfillment
- Reimbursement
- NCCCO
- NCCCO Certified
- Telescopic Boom Crane
- Motor Grader Operator
- Palletizing
- Concrete
- Loading & Unloading
- Shipping
- Forklift
- Forklift Operator
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Driving
- High School Diploma
- English
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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