Heavy Equipment Operator (Trillium Industrial Park)

Job Description Job Alerts Link Apply now Heavy Equipment Operator Employment Type: Regular Full Time Hours of Work: 40 Job location: Kitchener Operations Facility Pay: $35.76 To $37.87 Hourly Grade/Band: 7 Job Posting Start Date: 5/19/26 Job Posting End Date: 5/27/26 Job Description: Overview Reporting to Supervisor of Operations, the Heavy Equipment Operator will work as a collaborative member of the Operations team, contributing to a supportive and innovative work environment. Responsibilities - Operate large heavy equipment, including rubber tire backhoe, loader , dozer, grader, and hydraulic excavator ), to perform excavation, construction and snow removal work. - Perform daily maintenance circle checks on all pieces of equipment prior to operation and follow all pre-trip inspections guidelines. - Maintain an awareness of surroundings at all times, including location of other staff members and underground/overhead utilities to ensure safety of self, other staff, the public, and private property - Performs other related duties as assigned. Education - Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent. Additional Requirements - Valid MTO DZ class driver's license in valuable standing. - Competent in the use of a rubber-tired backhoe and loader (subject to assessment as necessary). - Shift work may be required for winter maintenance activities. - Available for winter call outs as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Demonstrated communication skills with an ability to keep accurate written records. - Able to perform a wide variety of duties including manual labour. - Ability to successfully complete required progression criteria as it relates to this job title. - Reliable with a good attitude and employment record. Department: INS-Infrastructure Services Department Division: INS-Operations Roads and Traffic Division Union Code: C.U.P.E. Local 68 Req Id: 877 Job Code: 5130 Number of Openings: 1 Apply now Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2nyb76