Heavy Equipment Operator

## Heavy Equipment Operator Apply locations:
Rural Alaskatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR109248

Calista Corporation On-Call
** JOB SUMMARY
** The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate a CAT D6N bulldozer to support field work supervised by the Senior Geologist/Project Manager.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
*** Operate a CAT D6N bulldozer and other equipment as required.
* Work in a safe manner and constant state of alertness.
* Proactively engage in creating and maintaining a ‘Safety First’ work culture, such as participating in and taking turns leading Toolbox & Safety Meetings.
* Effectively identify and communicate identification of new, existing, or evolving hazards in the workplace and relay to supervisors.
* Assist in minimizing and eliminating hazards to all employees while in or around camp.
* Be a professional, proactive, and courteous team member.
* Unload and load supply aircrafts, transport supplies to/from camp, unload/unpack/inventory supplies, including food, supplies, fuel, etc.
* Assist with field work including geologist field work support, wildlife and hazard awareness, trail reconnaissance, and trail clearing and maintenance.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
*** Basic knowledge of using and navigating with GPS, marking a waypoint, and using a map.
* Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
* Ability to work in harsh weather and terrain conditions.
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
* Operator must be skilled and experienced operating heavy equipment including but not limited to a CAT D6N.
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate by phone, email or text for planning and scheduling as needed. Ability to complete project inventory forms such as purchase lists and timesheets. Ability to speak effectively before groups of coworkers, contractors, or employees of companies and organizations.
* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and/or schedule form.
* Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
* Ability to safely operate an ATV or UTV with helmet use.
* Ability to use firearms in a safe manner for which it is prescribed for bear and predator defense.
* Ability to clearly communicate via radio, satellite phone, satellite device, etc. for safety checks and emergency communications, as needed.
* Ability to safely work around fixed-wing aircraft and/or helicopters.
* Ability to use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a given job. If warranted, this PPE may include appropriate face masks as determined by Calista’s Communicable Disease Protection & Response Plan which covers respiratory diseases such as COVID-19, RSV, and strep.
* Ability to maintain healthy interpersonal work relationships for three tofour-week work shifts.
* Ability to maintain personal health and recognize and not exceed personal physical limitations that may result in accident, injury and/or down time by communicating potential issues with the supervisor in a timely manner.
** SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES
** This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*** High School Diploma or equivalent required.
* Previous experience and knowledge working in a remote site or mineral exploration camp setting.
* Previous heavy equipment operating experience.
* Valid state driver’s license and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Calista’s Driving Policy.
* Proficient in safe firearm use, under all conditions, for bear and predator defense.
* Previous First Aid training.
* Previous Fuel handling experience.
* Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.
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