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.
Randstad is seeking a skilled and certified Forklift Operator to join our team at a warehouse facility in Nisku, Alberta that handles alcoholic beverages. This temporary role involves operating a...
Randstad is currently seeking a reliable and experienced Cross Dock Operator to join our growing team in Calgary. If you have a background in logistics, warehousing, or transportation and enjoy...
Are you a reliable warehouse professional with experience operating forklifts? Join our dynamic distribution center in Calgary as a Shipper Receiver and play a vital role in keeping our operations...
Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Employer: Rulam Contracting Ltd. Business Address: 11175 255 Street Acheson, Alberta, T7X 6C9 Job Location: Based in Acheson, AB The position requires travel...
Excavator Operator (Heavy Construction Equipment Operator)
- Calgary, AB
- 4 days ago
- Calgary, AB
- 4 days ago
Excavator Operator (Heavy Construction Equipment Operator) Employer: Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. Business Address: 7175 12 St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2S6 Job Locations: Based in Calgary, AB, with...
Randstad is currently seeking a reliable and experienced Cross Dock Operator to join our growing team in Calgary. If you have a background in logistics, warehousing, or transportation and enjoy...
Are you looking for a yard operator position in Edmonton? Do you have a valid forklift certification? Are you physical fit and willing to learn in the warehouse? Yard forkliftOperator South...
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...
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...
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....
West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. “Blue Ridge Lumber” is currently recruiting for a Forklift Operator...
A leading manufacturing and distribution company in Northwest Edmonton is looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Material Handler to join their team. Position: Material Handler Shift: Straight...
Multi-Skilled Dozer and Grader Operator
- Fort Mcmurray, AB
- 30+ days ago
- Fort Mcmurray, AB
- 30+ days ago
Company Description FLINT is a leading service provider in Canadas energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and...
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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
- Inventory Management
- Teamwork
- Merchandising
- 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
- Reimbursement
- NCCCO
- NCCCO Certified
- Telescopic Boom Crane
- Motor Grader Operator
- Palletizing
- RF Scanner
- Concrete
- Quality Control Inspection
- Shipping
- Loading & Unloading
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Background Checks
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- English
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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