2026-76 Equipment Operator

City of Dawson Creek; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for two full-time Equipment Operators. You will operate and maintain heavy equipment for municipal roads, parks, and infrastructure, with manual labour part of the job.

The position offers a 40-hour workweek and a term from November 16, 2026 to April 30, 2027. Duties include operating loaders, backhoes, graders and other machinery; performing pre-operational checks, routine maintenance, snow removal, and keeping maintenance logs.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 Driver's License with air brake endorsement.
• Experience with routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Heavy equipment operation certification or training.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, graders to support road maintenance and construction.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow route plans and instructions for snow removal and related tasks.
• Maintain equipment maintenance logs and record fuel and lubricant consumption.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and assist mechanics when needed.

Skills

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Manual labour capacity

Education

Class 3 Driver's License with air brake endorsement

Heavy equipment operation certification

Tools

Loader

Backhoe

Grader

Job description

2026-76 Equipment Operator

Organization: City of Dawson Creek

Region: British Columbia

Application Deadline: November 8, 2026

Type: Full Time

Category: Public works & operations

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

2026 Hourly Rate: $39.06 after probation

Competition No.: 2026-76

Term Position: From November 16, 2026, to April 30, 2027

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for two (2) full-time Equipment Operators. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of heavy equipment used in municipal public works projects and maintenance of municipal infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to the operation of loaders, backhoes, graders, and other machinery to support the maintenance and construction of roads, parks, and other public infrastructure. Please note that this position also requires manual, physical labour.

What You’ll Do

• Operate heavy equipment, such as loaders, backhoes, graders, and other machinery, to perform tasks related to road maintenance and construction, underground utility maintenance and construction, and other public works projects and programs.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and routine maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Follow route plans and instructions to complete snow removal tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Responsible for maintaining legal licensing requirements, maintaining records in equipment maintenance books as well as to record fuel and lubricant consumption and any other reports relating to work performed.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and inspection procedures to keep equipment serviceable and assist mechanics when needed.

Requirements

• The position involves prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and operating heavy equipment. Candidates should be physically fit and able to perform manual labour associated with the role.
• A valid Class 3 Driver's License with air brake endorsement.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations.
• Understands basic electrical and mechanical processes and recognizes problems related to the operation of the equipment.
• Certification or training in heavy equipment operation.

The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff. Please include copies of any relevant certification with your application.

Salary & Benefits

$39.06 after probation

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

The City would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.