Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) - Haul Truck

at  Cst Coal

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Some high school education is required, a grade 12 diploma or GED is preferred.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in an open pit mining environment operating one of the following:

• Haul Truck: Operating Komatsu 830E, 777 haul trucks or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by CST

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The following knowledge, skills and abilities are expected:

• Must be able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Physically fit with the ability to perform physical labour often at heights.
• Proven safety and attendance record.
• Willingness to learn
• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with peers, trainees, and leadership.
• Knowledge of safety procedures/standards.
• Knowledge of coal production and equipment operation processes.
• Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance requirements
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets.
• Knowledge of Basic First Aid and WHMIS.

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way, conforming to all relevant legislation, policies, operating manuals and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in keeping with production targets.
• Troubleshoot problems, perform minor maintenance as required, and notify the supervisor of any mechanical or production issues throughout the shift.
• Complete daily reports and time sheets as required.
• Notify the supervisor immediately of any incident or near-miss and participate in any resulting investigation
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks as required.
• No camp available, you are required to hold residence, on some level, in the town of Grande Cache for the duration of your work rotation.