Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Position Summary:
The Equipment Operator operates heavy machinery and equipment used in the arborary industry. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the proper functioning and safe operation of heavy-duty equipment, while maintaining the safety of other team members and the environment.
Essential Job Duties:
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Landscape maintenance, including stump grinding
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Skid-steer operations
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Conduct an initial equipment inspection to ensure machinery is safe and ready for the day’s tasks
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Adjust operations based on changing conditions or shifting project needs
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Set up the worksite, ensuring the equipment is positioned correctly for safe operation
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Help organize the materials and equipment needed for specific tasks (e.g., ensuring the right attachments are used)
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Assess the terrain or job conditions to adjust equipment settings or approaches
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Help enforce on-the-job safety practices for crew members
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Identify potential problems with machinery before they become major issues, making minor repairs as needed, and informing the supervisor
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Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area, cooperating with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways
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Set up barriers, warning signs, and flags to protect both employees and the public, while being trained to perform tree and bucket rescues
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Ensure equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of each shift
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Keep accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, and fuel consumption
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Report on the job progress, site conditions, and any issues that arise
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Document equipment damage or accidents according to company protocols
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Perform fertilization tasks, including root injection for trees and soap application for insect control
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Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
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Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures
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Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Other Duties:
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Occasional travel outside of the office may be required
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During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster
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Works around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, woodchipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment
Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:
- Grapple truck experience preferred
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Experience in working around hazardous equipment
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Proficiency in operating and maintaining tools and equipment
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Enforces on-the-job safety practices
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Ability to guide and lead those on the job
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Possesses the ability to lift move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis
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Ability to prioritize competing tasks as new situations continue to emerge
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating systems
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Experience with Apple-based products
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Demonstrate excellent customer service focusing on rapport-building, listening, questioning and patience
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Comfortable working in noisy environments with proper PPE
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Willingness to work long hours, overtime, and participate in on-call rotations during emergencies
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Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment
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Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors
Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:
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A High School Diploma or higher
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Valid Class 1 license with air brakes and current driver's abstract
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Experience operating heavy equipment such as Tandem Axel Grapple Truck and Sennebogen equipment
Other Preferred Requirements:
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Willingness to obtain
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Valid First-Aid and CPR certificates
