Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator

USG Corporation•Little Narrows, NS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting a Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator for our gypsum quarry in Little Narrows, NS! This is a permanent, full-time position currently operating on a day shift schedule. As this is a startup operation, the Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator will follow a full shift rotation of days / nights / weekends as operational needs evolve. We offer a comprehensive training program with a state-of-the-art heavy mobile equipment simulator to support operator skill development.

Requirements

A track record of positive safety behaviors, attendance, attitude and work performance with a passion for learning new skills.
High school diploma is required.
Comfortability with basic computer applications is an asset.

Nice To Haves

post-secondary education
Previous experience in a quarry environment including stripping overburden, stacking, stockpiling and reclamation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate heavy mobile equipment such as haul trucks, bulldozers, loaders, and excavators to move, load and grade earth in a quarry setting.
Progress through the operator rate program, developing your skills on all pieces of heavy mobile equipment as you gain expertise in quarry operations.
Recognize safety hazards on site and communicate effectively with team members.
Work and operate outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons.
Participate in all safety, continuous improvement, and diversity, equity & inclusion activities as they arise.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

competitive base salaries
cash incentive awards
comprehensive benefits
financial protection for employees and their families
4 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service
Extended health care (including prescription drugs, vision, and paramedical professional services)
Dental care (includes both preventative care and major dental work)
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Retirement plan - contributory defined benefit plan
Investment plan - defined contribution plan with options to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and/or a non-registered savings plan.
Incentive Plan - cash payments based on target achievement are earned quarterly or annually, depending upon the plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program offers fitness club memberships at a special reduced rate, health coaching, nutrition support, smoking cessation services, and much more.
Rewards and Recognition Program