Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ontario
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.
Call all Forklift Operators in the Brampton area! Ready to put your forklift skills to work at a large, well-established manufacturing plant in Brampton? Were looking for an experienced...
Our client in Guelph is looking for Forklift Operators to join their expanding team. This opportunity is a long term position for the right candidates in a growing field. The ideal candidate will...
Calling all forklift drivers! Here is your chance to join the team at one of North Americas leading logistics companies! This is an opportunity to work for a renowned logistics company that puts...
Forklift operator - Raymond Reach/18.24hr/ 6am start
- Mississauga, ON
- 5 days ago
- Mississauga, ON
- 5 days ago
This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to be hired permanently by the client. Apply today! Randstad wants to hear from you and anyone you know looking for Forklift Operator work! Shift...
Role Purpose : Responsible for operating powered equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product. Responsible for checking all inbound and outbound...
Looking to join an amazing team in Oshawa? If you are an experienced Reach Forklift Driver, and are looking for a permanent opportunity in Oshawa, look no further! We have interviews this Friday...
Reach forklift operator and order picker forklift operator / must drive both
- Mississauga, ON
- 6 days ago
- Mississauga, ON
- 6 days ago
As a Forklift operator, your role will entail performing a range of tasks pertaining to the receipt, storage, and dispatch of products within a warehouse environment. You will be expected to work...
Are you interested in being a forklift operator in a warehouse environment? Do you have what it takes to work in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking for a long-term Forklift opportunity in...
One of our well-established clients on the Ajax/Pickering border is looking for an experienced Order Picker/Forklift Operator. This opportunity will be for the individual who enjoys working in a...
Columbia Forest Products, KITCHENER, has an opening for a full-time PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER - FORKLIFT OPERATOR. Successful candidate must be able to work in various jobs which can include rotating...
Forklift Operator Weir ESCO(CIS) Lively, ON - Onsite Purpose of Role: The forklift operator, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, is primarily responsible for overseeing the yard. Why choose...
Logistics Workflow Coordinator/ Forklift Operator
- Mississauga, ON
- 15 days ago
- Mississauga, ON
- 15 days ago
Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Wave Planner to join our growing team in Mississauga, ON. The Wave Planner reports into the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for planning out the work to be...
Attention Forklift Drivers! Our client in Scarborough is looking for their next team member who has solid experience in Reach and looking for a career opportunity. Are you Narrow Reach truck...
Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...
Forklift Operator- Hyster Reach and Cherry Picker
- Mississauga, ON
- 21 days ago
- Mississauga, ON
- 21 days ago
We have an opportunity available in the Mississauga for MHE Operators. The ideal Forklift operator candidate will experienced operating Reach truck (must be the Hyster Reach) Order Picker, and...
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ontario
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.
Highest Education Level
Heavy Equipment Operators in Ontario 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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