100893 - Equipment Operator

Autism Services; La Ronge; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Highways invites applications for an Equipment Operator in the La Ronge Section. This permanent full-time role focuses on operating and maintaining heavy equipment, performing highway maintenance, and winter snow and ice removal.

You will coordinate daily crew assignments, monitor equipment use, and maintain logs while upholding safety standards and public service excellence in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operation, maintenance and servicing of heavy equipment as part of daily duties.
• Valid Class 1A driver’s licence and ability to provide a current drivers abstract.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and safety-focused skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily crew assignments and monitor equipment use.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform winter snow and ice removal and related duties.
• Maintain operational records and equipment logs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Digital skills

Health and safety

Job description

Application Information

Employer Name:
Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Highways is seeking a motivated Equipment Operator to join the La Ronge Section within the Operations and Maintenance Division. This permanent full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and pension, vacation and scheduled days off, an inclusive work environment, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career growth and development. The Ministry is responsible for maintaining Saskatchewans provincial transportation network, supporting the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across roads, highways, bridges, ferries, and airports.
The ideal candidate is accountable, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, adaptable, and committed to public service excellence. They will be able to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrate sound judgement, embrace continuous learning, and contribute to organizational goals while reflecting the Government of Saskatchewans commitment to excellence and service.
Candidates must possess knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and servicing of heavy equipment, including motor graders, tandem trucks, loaders, snowplows, and related equipment. Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel, and lubrication systems is required, along with an understanding of workplace safety, traffic control, occupational health, hazardous materials, and dangerous goods practices. Strong communication, critical thinking, interpersonal, digital, self-management, and health and safety skills are essential. A valid Class 1A drivers licence is required, and candidates selected for an interview must provide a current drivers abstract.
Duties include coordinating daily crew assignments, monitoring equipment use and compliance with operating procedures, operating and maintaining heavy equipment, performing highway maintenance and winter snow and ice removal, and maintaining operational records and equipment logs.