Equipment Operator

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LOA living-out allowance

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies seeks an experienced Equipment Operator to support heavy machinery on Ontario transmission and distribution projects.

You’ll follow site plans, perform safety checks, and maintain equipment across a rotating on-site schedule with travel to job sites throughout Ontario. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable operation of loaders, dozers, excavators, telehandlers and more, with opportunities to grow within a company that values skilled crews and project

Qualifications

• Equipment operator training or certification for the operated equipment.
• 3–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and follow site plans with a strong safety focus.
• Knowledge of equipment manuals, inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with telehandlers, graders, dozers, Lodrils, vibratory hammers is an asset.
• Experience on powerline, utility, transmission or civil construction projects is an asset.
• Ontario G or AZ license with Z endorsement is an asset.
• Crane operator certification or lifting equipment training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, dozers, telehandlers, graders and excavators.
• Follow site plans, equipment manuals, OHSA rules, regulations and site procedures.
• Perform daily pre-use and post-use safety and maintenance checks.
• Coordinate equipment activities with the construction crew and provide field feedback.
• Complete routine cleaning, greasing, and maintenance; notify Fleet Foreman of needs.
• Maintain equipment inspection, maintenance and daily check records.
• Ensure heavy equipment is stored safely when not in use.

Skills

Operator training

Heavy equipment exp

Site plans reading

Safety focus

Telehandlers

Graders & Dozers

Infra projects exp

Ontario driver license

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Skid steers

Crawler tractors

Telehandlers

Graders

Dozers

Vibratory hammers

Lodrils

Job description

About Us

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is a leading utility infrastructure contractor helping power communities across Canada and the United States. Built on family roots, we value safety, hard work, and getting the job done right for our clients. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.

Role Details

• Location: Transmission & distribution line projects throughout Ontario.
• Work arrangement: On-site - rotation
• Employment type: Full-time, temporary
• Schedule: Project-based rotation, initially anticipated to be 21 days on / 7 days off or 6 days on / 1 off. Frequent overtime and weekend work may be required to accommodate project schedules.
• Travel: Travel to project sites throughout Ontario is required.
• Travel support: Eligible for a $200 per day living-out allowance (LOA), where applicable while working away from home.

The Opportunity

Working under the direction of a Foreman or Lead Hand, the Equipment Operator supports construction activities through the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment. You will follow site plans, complete daily equipment checks, and maintain equipment in accordance with operating requirements, company policies, and site procedures.

This opportunity suits an experienced operator who values reliable equipment operation and working closely with a construction crew. You will work with a range of heavy equipment on major infrastructure projects across Ontario, with opportunities for growth in an organization that places a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Key Elements of the Role

• Operate heavy equipment as assigned, including loaders, dozers, telehandlers, graders, excavators, Lodrils, and vibratory hammers.
• Follow site plans, equipment operating manuals, the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable construction regulations, company policies, and site procedures.
• Perform daily pre-use and post-use safety and maintenance checks, keeping safety and quality central to each task.
• Work closely with the construction team to understand assigned tasks, coordinate equipment activities, and provide feedback on field requirements.
• Complete routine cleaning, greasing, and maintenance, and advise the Fleet Foreman of maintenance or repair requirements.
• Maintain complete and current equipment inspection, maintenance, and daily check documentation.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored when not in use.

What You’ll Bring

• Equipment operator training or certification appropriate to the equipment being operated.
• Three to five years of experience operating heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, skid steers, and crawler tractors.
• Ability to read and follow site plans and work effectively with a construction crew while maintaining a strong safety focus.
• Strong understanding of equipment operating manuals, inspections, and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Experience operating telehandlers, graders, dozers, Lodrils, vibratory hammers, and other heavy equipment is an asset.
• Experience on powerline, utility, transmission, civil construction, or related infrastructure projects is an asset.
• An Ontario Class G driver’s licence or Class AZ licence with a Z (air brake) endorsement is an asset.
• Applicable crane operator certification or licensing, or lifting equipment training, is an asset.

Equal Opportunity & Recruitment

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers committed to a respectful and accessible recruitment process. We make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must currently be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, review of driving records or driver’s abstracts, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client or site-access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact the recruitment team so we can discuss their needs and arrange appropriate support.