7111-15 Backhoe Operator
Operates backhoes and attachments to excavate, break, drill, level and compact earth, rock and other material.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- activates attachments and raises or lowers outriggers, blades or buckets
- breaks up paving, rock and similar material by operating pneumatic drills
- back-fills excavations with rock and earth using front-end loader buckets to push, scrape-up and dump material
- services and makes minor adjustments and repairs to equipment
- selects and changes attachments such as different buckets
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