100625 - Equipment Operator

Autism Services; Pelican Narrows; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Government of Saskatchewan in St. Pelican Narrows is seeking an Equipment Operator for seasonal duties supporting road, highway and airport maintenance. The role requires operating and maintaining heavy equipment, performing pre-trip inspections, and working within a team to ensure public safety in varied weather.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Class 1A license, demonstrates physical stamina, and can handle demanding tasks while using basic computer tools for timecards and daily records.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1A driver's license.
• Physical stamina for demanding tasks in varying weather.
• Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
• Basic computer skills for email, timecards and records.

Responsibilities

• Operate, service and maintain heavy equipment (tandem trucks with attachments, motor graders, front-end loaders).
• Operate hydraulic systems for plows, wings and sanders.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and track materials used.
• Collaborate with team to ensure the safety of the travelling public.

Skills

Class 1A license

Job description

Application Information

Employer Name:
Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Highways offers an opportunity to join a safety-focused team responsible for maintaining Saskatchewans provincial transportation network. This seasonal Equipment Operator position in the St. Pelican Narrows, within the Operations and Maintenance Division, supports roads, highways, and airports that are critical to economic growth and community connectivity.

The ministry is seeking a highly motivated, dependable individual who works well in a team environment and takes pride in contributing to public safety. The ideal candidate is approachable, flexible, and self-motivated, with strong situational awareness and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions. Candidates must be comfortable working flexible hours, handling physically and mentally demanding tasks, and performing effectively in extreme and changing weather conditions.

To qualify, candidates must hold a valid Class 1A drivers licence and be prepared to provide a current drivers abstract if invited to interview. The role requires physical stamina, including heavy lifting, the ability to work under stress, and basic computer skills for managing email, completing timecards and expense claims, and maintaining daily operational records.

Key responsibilities include operating, servicing, and maintaining heavy equipment such as tandem trucks with specialized attachments, motor graders, and front-end loaders during summer and winter maintenance activities. Duties also involve operating advanced hydraulic systems for plows, wings, and sanders, conducting road surveillance, completing pre-trip inspections, tracking materials used, and working collaboratively to ensure the safety of the travelling public.