Heavy Equipment Operator -2024

at  Louis W Bray Construction

Louis W Bray Construction is hiring several experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team and support the completion of complex Water & Sewer Infrastructure projects.
Louis W Bray Construction is a family-owned and operated Heavy Civil General Contractor, but we are more than just your regular heavy civil construction company. Bray was founded based on mutual respect across the organization. We continue to foster the family atmosphere that Louis started. Our employees never feel like a number or another cog in the wheel. Each and every employee is an integral part of the organization. We work together, we play together, and we get involved together.
We offer a competitive hourly rate, health & dental benefits, an RRSP matching program, and a culture that revolves around employee development and promotion from within.
Learn more here: https://lwbray.com/why-us/

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advise the Mechanics of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participate in routine maintenance
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed outside in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• 5+ years experience with water and sewer installations
• 5 + years experience in the operation of heavy equipment in a high-traffic environment and proximity to the workforce
• Knowledge reading locate sheets for underground and/or overhead utilities
• Knowledge of and ability to operate a variety of pieces of heavy equipment in a safe manner
• Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
• Ability to read and write to complete and maintain daily operating and safety records
• Knowledge of safety rules, instructions and policies.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Strong verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Must demonstrate the following personal attributes: honesty and trustworthiness, respect, flexible, and sound work ethics.

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advise the Mechanics of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participate in routine maintenance
• Perform other related duties as assigned