Civil Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

2 weeks ago


Nanaimo, Canada Knappett Industries Bowerman Construction AOK Equipment Full time

**Heavy Equipment Operator Position**

Knappett Industries is happy to offer an opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Operator for ongoing projects in Nanaimo, BC. We are seeking positive, experienced and energetic people to join our diverse and dynamic team. All Knappett personnel must display strong work ethic, a positive attitude, good problem solving skills, and be able to work cohesively and selflessly within in a team environment.
- Competitive salary - we take great pride in offering our workforce the best benefits and compensation packages in our industry, and we think you will too
- Healthcare and Dental for single, couple or family coverage
- Insurance benefits; long term and life
- Employee assistance program
- Group RRSP - save for retirement - you are eligible after 3 months of work
- Time Off - Everyone needs time away from work to recharge and be with family and friends
- Open door policy in a supportive and encouraging work environment
- Internal Promotions

**Knappett Industries (2006) Ltd**. is a privately owned construction company with operations bases in Nanaimo, Courtenay, Port Alberni and Fort St. John, BC. Since commencing operations in 1988, Knappett has grown to be a leading provider of civil construction services for major infrastructure, residential subdivision development, underground utility installation & replacement, road building, land clearing projects in British Columbia. Over the past 30 years Knappett Industries Ltd. has maintained a strong and accelerating growth rate, with operations currently serving Western Canada.

**Responsibilities**:

- Follow all safety protocols and contribute to the success of the safety program
- Operate required equipment safe and efficiently
- Grading, trenching, backfilling, ditching
- Keep machines clean and ensure any repairs or damage is immediately reported
- Perform daily pre and post inspections and follow daily maintenance practices

**Requirements**:

- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- 3+ years’ heavy equipment operating experience
- Professional demeanour when dealing with the public
- Able to work outside in all-weather at all times of the year
- Minimum two years’ experience in civil construction
- Ability to work as a team as well as independently when required
- Physically fit and able to lift 50 pounds or more
- Ability to take and follow instruction
- Able to do extensive physical labour
- Valid provincial driver’s license

**Assets**:

- Recent working experience in similar role
- Heavy Equipment Operating ticket through VIU
- 5 years+ experience
- First aid training

This position is compensated at an hourly rate. Employees are eligible for enrollment in our company benefits package following successful completion of a three month probationary period. Compensation will be determined by the successful applicant’s level of training and experience. Submissions will be reviewed and only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

**Salary**: $29.00-$37.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nanaimo, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a driver's license?
- Do you have any medical conditions that would prohibit you from completing the outlined role and/or physical aspects of this position?
- How many years of running an excavator on a civil construction job site do you have?
- What is your wage expectation?
- When are you able to start?

**Experience**:

- civil construction: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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