Description/Duties
A Tractor Loader Backhoe Operator inspects, maintains, transports and
operates full (standard) size equipment in the construction and industrial sectors by:
- Operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Performing pre-operational inspections
- Performing preventative maintenance
- Transporting equipment
- Reading and interpreting government legislation, site plans and manufacturers’ manuals
- Installing attachments
- Loading and unloading equipment
- Excavating, trenching, grading, loading, ramp building, shuttling, stockpiling, backfilling and hoisting material in an efficient coordinated manner
A Tractor Loader Backhoe Operator demonstrates knowledge of:
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Highway Traffic Act
- TSSA (Natural Gas Regulations)
- Municipal Codes and By-Laws
- Other pertinent government regulations
- Basic rigging principles
- Earthmoving fundamentals e.g. soils characteristics, ground conditions
For more information, see Ontario College of Trades Training Standards.
