Equipment Operator III

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental, and vision

7.6% Registered Pension Plan (RPP) and

Life insurance

Job summary

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc invites applications for the Equipment Operator III position in the Planning and Engineering department. The role is full-time and permanent, focused on operating and maintaining dump trucks, backhoes and excavators for public works projects in a safety-conscious environment.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, equipment maintenance, plowing and sanding, transportation of materials, and assisting with light repairs.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education or equivalent with 3–4 years' heavy equipment experience.
• 2–3 years driving straight trucks; 1–2 years tandem axle tractor experience.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment.
• Valid Standard First Aid ticket.
• WHMIS training/certificate.
• Valid Class 1 with air driver's license; clean driving record.
• Prefer WCB Work Safe Training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dump trucks, backhoes and excavators for public works.
• Perform pre-trip inspections of tires, lights, brakes and fluids.
• Report tools/equipment not in good repair.
• Operate light/heavy equipment including Bobcat loaders as assigned.
• Follow safety practices within the Public Works Department.
• Complete plowing and sanding.
• Oversee vehicle condition, loading/unloading and cargo safety.
• Transport goods on straight trucks and tandem tractors over urban routes.
• Move snow using plows and sanders.
• Shape land and complete landscaping and other projects.
• Load trucks and complete grading.
• Assist in mechanical servicing and light repairs.
• Follow TteS policies; maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as necessary.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Independent work

Physical fitness

Problem solving

Education

Grade 10 education or equivalent

Standard First Aid

WHMIS training

Class 1 with air license

Clean driver's abstract

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

JOB POSTING

POSITION TITLE: Equipment Operator III

DEPARTMENT: Planning and Engineering

SUPERVISOR: Public Works Foreman

TERMS: Full-Time, Permanent

REFERENCE #: 2026-116

Purpose Of Position

The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain light and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, backhoe and excavators to shape and move land for public works projects in accordance with safety practices within TteS Public Works Department.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains dump trucks, backhoes and excavators to ensure appropriate services for the residents of TteS.(95%)
• Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, brakes and fluid levels.
• Reports any tools and equipment that are not in good repair.
• Operates various pieces of light and heavy equipment as assigned including but not limited to dump trucks, excavators, front end loaders, Bobcat Loaders and farm.
• Performs safe operating and maintenance practices and procedures related to the equipment with in the Public Works Department.
• Completes plowing and sanding.
• Overseys all aspects of vehicles, such as condition of equipment, loading and unloading, and safety and security of cargo.
• Operates and drive straight trucks and Tandem tractor with multi axle trailer combinations to transport goods and materials over urban and short inter-urban routes.
• Operates and drive straight trucks fitted with snow plough blades and road sanders to remove snow from roads, streets and parking lots.
• Shapes land and completes landscaping and other projects as necessary.
• Loads trucks and completes grading.
• Assists in mechanical servicing and light repair of equipment.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the TteS.
• Other related duties as necessary. (5%)

Professional Certification, Education And Experience

• Must have grade 10 education or equivalent and previous maintenance and equipment operator (3-4 years) with a backhoe, grader and front end loaders and (2-3) years experience driving straight truck and (1-2) years driving a Tandem axle tractor pulling multi axle trailers and basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment.
• Must posses a valid Standard First Aid ticket.
• Must possess WHIMIS Training / Certificate.
• Must possess valid current class 1 with air driver’s licence
• Must possess and provide a current clean driver’s abstract.
• Prefer WCB Work Safe Training.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Skill in accomplishing a variety of equipment operations and maintenance tasks within the acceptable limits of accuracy.
• To ensure the required lubrication on equipment is performed on a daily basis including regularity scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Extremely strong client communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work alone independently / unsupervised.
• Good written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of related codes involving Landfill operations.
• Ability to take direction.
• Physically able to perform duties.
• It is expected that all TteS employees be willing to continuously upgrade their skills and knowledge, and to further their formal training.

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, and vision
• 7.6% Registered Pension Plan (RPP) matching and Life insurance

HOURS OF WORK: Normal Day shifts - 7 hours. Non-normal shifts may be required.

PAY GRADE: Starting at $22.59-$27.32/hour depending on education & experience

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

Deadline for the Job posting is September 10, 2026 by 2:00pm

Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references

online: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/

or at our Human Resources office #320 Chief Alex Thomas Way.

Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm & closed for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

We require each applicant to fill out an online application form which can be found at: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/ Any late submissions or submissions without the job application form will not be considered.