Heavy Equipment Operator - Class 1 Driver

grizzlytrek; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Travel insurance

Ongoing training and career dev

Job summary

GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. is seeking a Truck Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Fort St. John team. This dual role requires you to drive a Class 1 tractor-trailer and operate loaders, excavators, and dozers on active construction and hauling sites in northern BC.

Candidates must have a Class 1 with air brake, be able to handle a manual transmission, pass pre-employment checks, and maintain a safe, productive work pace in remote conditions.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driving experience and heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission.
• Clean driving record and strong safety focus.
• Experience with pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Load securement and cargo handling on site.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 1 tractor trailer to haul materials around Fort St. John.
• Operate loaders, excavators, and dozers as required on site.
• Move between driving and equipment operation to maintain productivity.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and daily equipment checks.
• Load, secure, and unload materials per load securement standards.
• Maintain records in compliance with hours of service requirements.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Class 1 driving

Heavy equipment operation

Manual transmission

Clean driving record

Pre-trip inspections

Load securement

Safety-focused

Remote northern conditions

Tools

Loaders

Excavators

Dozers

Job description

Truck Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator

Fort St. John, BC | Full-Time

Construction & Hauling | Class 1 Driving + Equipment Operation | Manual Transmission Required

• Position Type Full-Time
• Location Fort St. John, BC
• Compensation $30.00 to $40.00 per hour, based on experience
• Experience Class 1 driving and heavy equipment operation
• Equipment Loaders, excavators, and dozers as required on site
• Licence Class 1 with air brake endorsement, manual transmission

About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd.

GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we particularly emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.

The Role

GrizzlyTrek is seeking a Truck Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our valued client's team in Fort St. John, BC. This is a dual role for operators who are confident both behind the wheel and in the seat of heavy equipment, working across active construction and hauling environments. The work combines hauling materials by Class 1 tractor trailer with operating equipment such as loaders, excavators, and dozers as required on site. Successful candidates move between driving and operating seamlessly, maintain productivity, and work safely in fast-paced and remote northern conditions. This position requires the ability to operate a manual transmission, and a clean driving record and strong safety focus are essential.

What You'll Do

• Operate a Class 1 tractor trailer to haul materials in and around the Fort St. John area.
• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and dozers as required on site.
• Move between driving and equipment operation to keep the job site productive.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and daily equipment checks.
• Load, secure, and unload materials in line with load securement standards.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with hours of service requirements.
• Report mechanical issues on trucks and equipment promptly.
• Follow all traffic laws, site safety requirements, and safe operating procedures.

What You Bring

• Valid Class 1 driver's licence with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission (required).
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, or dozers.
• Clean driver's abstract.
• Ability to complete pre-trip inspections and basic vehicle and equipment checks.
• Physically able to perform load securement, unloading, and equipment operation tasks.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction or hauling environments.
• Oilfield safety tickets such as H2S Alive and CSTS.
• Experience operating a range of equipment types across different site conditions.
• Familiarity with Fort St. John and northern BC road and site conditions.
• Load securement and cargo handling experience.

Work Environment

• Active construction and hauling sites in and around Fort St. John and northern BC.
• Work alternates between driving and operating heavy equipment through the day.
• Exposure to varying weather, seasonal, and remote site conditions.
• Physical tasks including climbing in and out of the cab and equipment, and load securement.
• Personal protective equipment required on site.

What We Offer

• Hourly rate of $30.00 to $40.00 based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements.
• Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child.
• AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage.
• Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing.
• Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage).
• Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams.
• Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children.
• Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days).
• Ongoing training and career development support.