Backhoe Operator

**Backhoe Operator (Residential Construction)**

**Location**: Ottawa West

Founded in 1953, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has continued to set the standard for quality construction and materials in Eastern Ontario. With our strategically located pits and quarries, our unmatched fleet of trucks and heavy equipment, our state-of-the-art facilities, and our dedicated employees, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has earned a reputation as one of Ottawa’s most trusted and respected contractors.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Safely operating a backhoe to perform excavation, digging, and loading tasks according to project requirements.
- Demonstrate the ability to operate the backhoe safely in confined working spaces.
- Following project plans, blueprints, and instructions to determine excavation depths, locations, and proper digging techniques.
- Performing routine maintenance and inspections on the backhoe to ensure its safe and efficient operation.
- Conducting pre-operation checks for any mechanical issues or safety hazards.
- Reporting any equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs, or safety hazards to supervisors or the appropriate personnel.
- Following project timelines and deadlines to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area, including the backhoe and surrounding job site.

**Requirements**:

- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Backhoe Operator is required
- Valid drivers license and own form of transportation

**Cavanagh Employee Benefits**:

- Family, people-centric culture
- Safe and healthy workplace, promoting well being
- Internal growth opportunities
- Training and development opportunities
- Benefit, Wellness and Pension Programs
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. _

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- What is your hourly wage expectation?

Work Location: In person