Summary Mining Shovel Operator (except Underground) in British Columbia
Find key facts and figures about working as a mining shovel operator (except underground). The following information is applicable to all Heavy equipment operators (NOC 73400).
Description
Heavy equipment operators operate heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, airports, gas and oil pipelines, tunnels, buildings and other structures; in surface mining and quarrying activities; and in material handling work. They are employed by construction companies, heavy equipment contractors, public works departments and pipeline, logging, cargo-handling and other companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$34.60/hour
Median wage in British Columbia
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Prospects
Limited
The job prospects are limited in British Columbia
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Jobs
61 jobs
advertised in British Columbia
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Competencies
- Operation and Control
- Quality Control Testing
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Preventative Maintenance
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