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Dozer operator needed in Canada by SK trucking Ltd
Dozer Operator Job Description
A Dozer Operator is responsible for operating bulldozers and other heavy equipment to move soil, rocks, gravel, and other materials on construction, mining, road building, and land development projects. They perform tasks such as grading, clearing land, leveling surfaces, backfilling, and preparing sites according to project specifications. Dozer Operators inspect equipment before and after use, perform routine maintenance checks, report mechanical issues, and ensure machinery is operated safely and efficiently. They work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and other construction workers to complete projects on schedule while complying with workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations. Their role is essential in ensuring construction sites are properly prepared for building and infrastructure projects.
Main Responsibilities:
- Operate bulldozers safely to clear, grade, and level construction sites.
- Move soil, rocks, and other materials according to project requirements.
- Read site plans and follow construction specifications.
- Inspect equipment before and after operation.
- Perform routine maintenance checks and report equipment faults.
- Work with construction crews to complete site preparation tasks.
- Maintain accurate equipment operation records when required.
- Follow workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Important Skills:
A successful Dozer Operator should have excellent heavy equipment operating skills, knowledge of grading and earthmoving techniques, strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to read site plans and construction drawings. Good communication and teamwork skills, time management, mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to workplace safety are also essential for operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
Job details
Location: Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A0
Work location: On site
Salary: 30.00 to 45.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 80 hours per week
Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
Work schedule: Early morning, Morning, Day, Weekend
Start date: Starts as soon as possible
Vacancies: 2 vacancies
Source: Job Bank #3610629
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- Hot
- Dusty
Work setting
- Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Operate heavy equipment
- Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
- Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Ground Disturbance – Level 1 program
- Ground Disturbance – Level II program
Experience and specialization
Type of heavy equipment operated
- Caterpillar (CAT) controls
- John Deere controls
Area of work experience
- Fine grading and finishing
- Land clearing
Type of industry experience
- Oil and Gas Well Sites
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Safety vest
- Gloves
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By Direct Apply Help – Applying by Direct Apply
Additional ways to apply
By email
sktruckingresume@gmail.com
By mail
#66 Poplar EstatesSlave Lake, ABT0G 2A0
What you must include in your application:
- Answers to the following screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
Advertised until
2026-07-13
