Rankin Construction Inc. - St. Catharines, Niagara

Job Responsibilities

• Practice safety in your every move, estimating weights and distances, being fully aware of your surroundings, doing your part to minimize hazards and reporting any injuries or damage immediately
• Create level surfaces, grade slopes to specifications, remove material and thoroughly fill voids using plans and/or a surveyor as guidance
• Load and unload construction materials, waste and other heavy objects from trucks.
• Operates graders for leveling and operates tractors to load materials such as dirt and rocks.
• Operate various equipment which may include: backhoe, front end loaders, dozers, rollers and telehandlers as required.
• Start each work day with an inspection of tires, controls, fuel and fluids to ensure reliable operation
• Change attachments, make adjustments, verify information and troubleshoot problems
• Participate in daily meetings with your supervisor and staff, maintaining constant communication throughout the work period
• Store and clean machinery at its designated location and complete work reports at the end of each working day
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs.

Job Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in the safe operation of heavy equipment
• Clean driving record
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to accurately interpret plans
• Keep accurate records of equipment/safety checks

Other Requirements

• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.
• Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Additional Information

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please e-mail your resume and cover letter.

Please submit resume to careers@rankinconstruction.ca

or fax to (905)684-2260.

We thank all applicants for their submissions, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.