Operator

RailWorks•Toronto, ON

55d•CA$34 - CA$41•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Foreman or designate, the Boom Truck Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the operation of heavy construction and maintenance of way equipment in the construction and maintenance of track. This role involves operating one or more types of boom trucks and grapple trucks on rail or road, and requires flexibility to assist with general site tasks, manual labor, and other team activities as needed for remote and isolated project demands. The operator is responsible for maintaining reports, ensuring trucks are in good working order, and operating equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with all regulations and policies. This includes locating underground services, performing repairs and adjustments, and coordinating actions with crew members. The operator must also be willing to perform labor duties as required.

Requirements

A minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
Must have an AZ License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Driving Record.
Must have a valid 0-8 ton Crane ticket
Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

Operates one or several types of boom trucks and grapple trucks. On rail or road.
Operates assigned machinery and equipment while remaining flexible to seamlessly pivot to general site tasks, manual labor, pulling cable, and other team activities as required by remote and isolated project demands
Keep up on all reports and keep the trucks in good safe working order.
Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material.
Installs equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures.
Signals directions or warnings to coworkers.
Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.
Performs equipment safety and maintenance checks.
Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Locates underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.
Repairs and maintains equipment, making emergency adjustments as necessary.
Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
Studies instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.
Operates boom truck on rail & roads.
The boom truck operator also must be willing to work as a labor as needed.
Other duties as assigned