heavy equipment operator

CM Trading Company Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and equipment company in Vancouver is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating various heavy machinery, including loaders and forklifts, while ensuring safety and efficiency. Applicants must have a trades certificate or equivalent experience and be authorized to work in Canada. This is a permanent full-time position with morning and day shifts, offering $36.60 per hour for 40 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Must have other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is an asset.
• Authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders and forklifts.
• Measure distance, volume, length, and weight.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Industrial lift trucks

Job description

Title

Heavy Equipment Operator

Posted

December 23, 2025

Company

CM Trading Company Ltd.

Location

Vancouver, BC V5X 4V6

Salary

$36.60 per hour, 40 hours per week

Employment Terms

Permanent full-time, starts soon, morning/day shift

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment
• Measure distance, volume, length and weight
• Operate computer controlled equipment
• Understand the purpose, proper usage and information found on material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Complete onboard and other logs
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
• Perform minor repairs to equipment

Equipment Operated

• Loader
• Operate forklift
• Front end loader
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Work Conditions

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment

Who can apply

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-01-13