Position: Haul Truck Operator (40-65 Ton)
Job Type: Seasonal / Full-Time / Camp / Rotation
Pay Range: To be determined.
Who are we?
Takwata Builders LP (TKBT) is a wholly owned Taykwa Tagamou Nation (TTN) business specializing in civil earthworks projects.
TKBT was developed to serve mines and large-scale construction projects within their traditional territory.
Takwata Builders owns and operates a large fleet of earthwork equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, and rock trucks. Our senior personnel have extensive resumes in tailings pond construction, bulk excavation, ponds and ditching, and any earthworks project big or small.
Takwata Builders provides a safe and inclusive work culture for their employees, that is developed through proper training, communication, thorough site inspections, and respect for everyone. Through Safe Production we provide quality workmanship that meets required schedule and budget considerations.

Job Summary/Key Responsibilities Include:

• Perform daily housekeeping of equipment.
• Operate in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments (Task Card) prior to performing work.
• Conduct pre-operation checks of equipment.
• Perform a walk-around inspection before, during, and after every shift, and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.
• Complete daily logs and daily reports on delays, production, and safety issues as applicable.
• Identify, report, and correct hazards.
• Punctuality.
• Operate and control equipment safely in varying ground conditions.
• Hauling material in a 40T-65T rock truck.
• Loading and dumping materials.
• Smoothly operating machine controls.
• Follow supervisor and production tasks.
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of equipment to further their abilities.
• Responsible for communicating any information changes to the Human Resource Coordinator (driver’s license, address, etc.).
• Ensure professional radio use at all times.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Knowledge of dumping and hauling procedures considered an asset.
• Minimum of 1-year operating experience in mining industry considered an asset.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.
• Good motor skills and eye hand coordination.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work quickly, independently.
• Valid Drivers License Preferred.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and guidelines for construction sites.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication (English) and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and in a safe manner.
• Ability to cope with production pressures and prioritise safety.
• Able to work rotations and camp site job.
• Able to work in extreme elements (outdoor weather conditions, vibration, noise, uneven terrain, and varying conditions).
• Able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to operate, sit, or stand for long periods.
• Able to ascend and descend equipment throughout the shift.
• Able and comfortable with repetitive tasks.
• Willing to learn and take direction. • Must be in full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times