Machine Operator 1

Town of Peace River; Peace River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking a full-time Machine Operator 1 in Peace River, Canada. The role involves operating various equipment for public works, snow clearing, and maintenance duties. Ideal candidates will possess a Class 3 License, have experience in road building, and a strong safety background. The position offers a competitive wage of $32.28 per hour and opportunities for training and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive health and benefits package

Defined benefit pension plan

Free parking

Regular training opportunities

Short commute

Qualifications

• Experience in road building or utility capacity.
• Practical understanding of ground disturbance and trenching safety.
• Capable of performing hazard assessments and leading safety meetings.

Responsibilities

• Perform snow-clearing and utility digs.
• Maintain infrastructure and assist other departments.
• Be on-call for emergency responses.

Skills

Experience operating vac trucks

Experience operating loaders

Experience operating gravel trucks

Experience working with a modern safety program

Ability to interact professionally

Possessing a Class 3 License

Airbrakes endorsement

Job description

The Town of Peace River is accepting applications for two (2) permanent, full-time Machine Operator 1 positions accountable to the Public Works Coordinator.

The Machine Operator 1 is essential to the day-to-day operations of the Town of Peace River. The position will perform labour duties and operate equipment for snow‑clearing, utility digs, performing maintenance on infrastructure, and will assist other departments as required. The ideal candidate will have the following key characteristics.

Key Characteristics

• Experience operating equipment in a road building or utility capacity including vac trucks, loaders, gravel trucks, graders, dozers and others.
• A background working with a modern safety program including a practical and working understanding of ground disturbance, trenching safety, equipment safety, leading safety meetings, performing hazard assessments, and stopping work if necessary.
• The ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a professional manner at all times.
• Possessing a Class 3 License and Airbrakes endorsement.

The position will also require the incumbent to be on‑call, take action in emergency response (i.e., during flooding, etc.), and a desire to be part of building a great community.

What We Offer

• Your work will have a direct impact on quality of our residents’ day‑to‑day lives.
• Opportunities to gain a variety of experience in your position.
• Regular training opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge.
• Short commute to work.
• Local work; sleep in your own bed.
• Parking is free.
• Our leadership team values your voice and input and welcomes feedback.
• A defined benefit pension plan and a competitive health and benefits package.

Wage & Hours

• Wage: $32.28 per hour for the 2025 year. The wage is governed by the Collective agreement.
• Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week. On call required.

Posting Details

• Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
• Posting Date: September 23, 2025.

How To Apply

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages application from all qualified candidates. Job descriptions are available upon request. This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 898 and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement.

Qualified applicants are invited to forward their resumes, in confidence, to the address below (quote Competition # 25/023).

Manager, Employee Services

Email: [e-mail]

We thank all participants for their interest.

However, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.