Equipment Operator I

Village of Ashcroft; Ashcroft; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Ashcroft, BC, is seeking an Equipment Operator I to perform various labor tasks under the supervision of the Director of Public Works. The position requires a valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement and offers a 40-hour work week with a pay rate of $37.00 per hour. Responsibilities include equipment operation, maintenance of arena ice, and custodial duties on village property. Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in public works equipment and have excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement.
• Minimum Grade 12 graduation required.
• Proficiency in computer skills is essential.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and undergo training for certifications in Water, Sewer, and Arena Operations.
• Experience with operating equipment and certificates in the field preferred.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform all labor functions assigned by the Director of Public Works.
• Maintain and upkeep arena ice during the winter.
• Conduct custodian duties on Village-owned property.
• Operate Village equipment excluding excavating machinery.
• Participate in on-call rotation and work overtime when necessary.
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract prior to starting.

Skills

Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement

Computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Education

Minimum Grade 12 graduation

Tools

Public works equipment

Industrial equipment

Job description

Equipment Operator I – Village of Ashcroft

This position will be under the direction of the Director of Public Works or designate and follow the guidelines of the Village of Ashcroft & CUPE Local 900 Collective Agreement.

This is a union position, Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 900, Ashcroft Unit, and has a 40‑hour work week. The current rate of pay as outlined in the collective agreement is $37.00 per hour. Wages for this position will be increased retroactively or adjusted accordingly once bargaining of the new collective agreement has concluded.

Requirements

• Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement.
• Minimum Grade 12 graduation.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and take training to achieve certification in fields such as Water, Sewer, Pool and Arena Operations.
• Experience with public works equipment, industrial equipment, and operating equipment certificates.
• Ability to perform labour skills in all types of conditions and inclement weather.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with other employees and respectfully in a public environment.
• Preferred mechanical aptitude, excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• All labour functions assigned by the Director of Public Works or designate.
• Maintenance and upkeep of arena ice (winter afternoon shift and weekend).
• Custodian duties on Village‑owned property.
• Operation of Village equipment, excluding excavating machinery.
• On‑call rotation and willingness to work overtime on occasion.
• Must live within a 30‑minute response time for on‑call rotation.
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract prior to starting employment.

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to the undersigned by 12:00 pm Noon on Monday, January 26, 2026.

Only external applicants moving forward to the interview process will be notified. The Village of Ashcroft thanks all applicants for their interest in gaining employment with the Village.

Brian Bennewith
Director of Public Works

Email: [e-mail]