Heavy Equipment Operator

3 days ago

Guelph, Canada Ritchfield Inc. Full time

Ritchfield Inc. is a leading site contracting firm specializing in the development of recreational facilities including natural and artificial turf sports fields, synthetic running tracks, sport courts and community parks throughout Southwestern Ontario. We pride ourselves in the reputation we have earned through the completion of many demanding and high-profile projects.

Our approach to operations is Performance. The ability of our team to continually perform at highest level, for our clients and the communities in which we operate.

We are currently recruiting Equipment Operators to join our team. In this position you would be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Excavators or Dozers related to the completion of bulk earthworks, detailed excavations, installation of underground servicing, placement of aggregates and detailed finishing activities on active construction projects.

**Responsibilities**
- Review daily tasks with crew foreman and site supervisor
- Ensure equipment is inspected, prepared and maintained to be ready for daily activities
- Follow approved plan and sequencing in the completion of construction tasks
- Communicate equipment defects, maintenance items to avoid lost time and project delays
- Understanding of GPS automated equipment systems including setup and take down
- Ensure daily duties are completed in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
- Complete daily and weekly hazard assessments, equipment review and hourly tracking
- Other duties as required by the site supervisor or operations team

**Requirements**:

- 3-5 years of similar experience in civil, landscape, earthwork or environmental construction
- Valid driver’s license and clean abstract
- Ability to understand construction processes
- Understanding of grades and underground site services
- Knowledge of mechanical systems and daily maintenance requirements
- Strong work ethic with ability to follow direction
- Ability to receive direction and communicate effectively with other team members
- Eagerness to learn and grow within the company

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Seasonal

**Salary**: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- equipment operation: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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