NOC 7521 - Heavy Equipment Operators (except crane)
NOC 7521 - Heavy Equipment Operators (except crane)
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NOC 7521 - Heavy Equipment Operators (except crane)
Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development Job Profiles
Essential & Soft Skills
Troubleshooting
Organizational Skills
English language
Microsoft Office
Teamwork
Punctuality
Detail-Oriented
Work Independently
Communication skills
Leadership
Computer use
Ability to learn
Flexibility
Interpersonal skills
Decision-Making
Problem solving
Time management
Customer Service
Writing
Self-motivated
Critical Thinking
Adaptable
Technical Skills
Equipment Operation
Heavy Equipment
Repair
Backhoes
Front End Loaders
Snow Removal
Skid-Steer Loader
Occupational Health and Safety
Operating Engineering
Cleaning
Forklifts
Excavator
Fast-paced Setting
Hydraulic pumping systems
Constructing
Processing Information
Mechanical Installing, Maintaining and Repairing
Operating Mobile Equipment
Loading and Unloading
Mechanics and Machinery
Public Safety and Security
Manual Dexterity
Freight
Planning
Preventive Maintenance
Bobcats
Haul Trucks
Bridges
Carpentry
Checklists
Commissioning
Construction
Demolition
Driving
Environmental Stewardship
Infrastructure
Installation
Landscaping
Sustainability
Management
Material Handling
Mechanical Aptitude
Operations
Organization
Property Maintenance
Public Transport
Requisition
Residential Construction
Roofing
Towing
Water Distribution
Water Services
Waterproofing
Workmanship
Certifications & Training
Driver's license
Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
DZ class license
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Air Brake Endorsement
AZ class license
Red Seal
Truck and Coach Service License (310T)
Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certification
Some secondary school education is required
Completion of a one- to two-year apprenticeship program or Some high school, college or industry courses in heavy equipment operating combined with on-the-job training are required
Internal company certification may be required by some employers
Occupational Health and Safety Act
First Aid
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