Operator 1, Heavy Equipment (2691)

Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce; Canada; On-site; CAD 4,739,000 - 5,575,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Whitehorse seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator 1 in the Fleet and Transportation Maintenance department to operate a range of heavy machinery in road, landfill and utility projects. The role emphasizes safety, reliable maintenance, and teamwork.

Applicants should have a Grade 10 education, a valid Class 3 license with air endorsement, and 1.5 years of operator experience with 6 months on-the-job training, plus First Aid/CPR Level C.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education is required.
• Valid Class 3 license with air endorsement.
• Minimum 1.5 years heavy equipment operator experience plus 6 months on-the-job training.
• Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR Level C.
• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with the public and provide assistance.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and construction of roads, landfill and utilities.
• Follow safety procedures and standards.
• Maintain roads for safe use by the public.
• Perform pre/post trip checks and maintenance; troubleshoot and assist with minor repairs; complete log books.
• Ensure heavy equipment is stored securely.
• Report maintenance requirements to the Equipment Maintenance Department.
• Complete accident/other reports as required.
• Assist in training and guide labourers at the site.
• Act as Heavy Equipment Operator 2 and Packer Operator if qualified.
• Other related duties.

Skills

Valid Class 3 driver’s license withair

Heavy equipment operator experience

First Aid CPR Level C

Traffic and highway safety knowledge

Public interaction / assistance

Sitting for extended periods

Education

Grade 10 education

Tools

Outlook

Word

ERP

Job description

Position Description
Job posting closes: September 08, 2026, at 05:00 p.m. (Yukon Standard Time)
At our core, the City of Whitehorse is committed to cultivating an inclusive employee community and workspace, confronting racism and biases for fairness and equity, while advancing reconciliation and accessibility.
The City promotes work life balance for its employees and offers flexible work arrangements, such as work from home and compressed work weeks, subject to applicable administrative directives.
An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary parttime, term or casual vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going to the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.
This position is covered by a collective agreement between the City of Whitehorse and the Public Service Alliance of Canada/Yukon Employees Union.

Operator 1, Heavy Equipment

Job Code:057

Department: Fleet and Transportation Maintenance

Job Summary

The incumbent operates heavy equipment in a safe manner for the maintenance and construction of public roads, landfill and utility activities.

• Operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and construction of public roads, landfill and utility activities.
• Follow, so far as is reasonably practicable, established safety procedures and standards.
• Maintain public roads in accordance with acceptable standards for safe use by the general public. Maintenance activities are completed around electrical, communications and roadway hazards.
• Perform pre and post trip and maintenance checks, maintain equipment to acceptable standards, troubleshoots equipment problems, assists with minor repairs and completes log books.
• Ensure heavy equipment is securely and appropriately stored.
• Report maintenance requirements to the Equipment Maintenance Department.
• Completes accident and/or other reports as required, related to any incidences occurring during the shift.
• Assists in training and provides direction and guidance to labourers at the job site.
• Act as Heavy Equipment Operator 2 and Packer Operator if qualified.
• Other related duties.

Category

Trades, Transport, Operators & Labourers

Position Requirements

Working Conditions

Four 10 hour shifts per week Sunday to Saturday between 0700 and 0700. Exposure to dust/dirt, road conditions, high traffic areas (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist), fumes/odours, bodily fluids/waste, temperature extreme, inclement weather, noise requiring hearing protection when performing duties. Heavy lifting over 25 kgs. is a regular requirement.

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Grade 10 education.
• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with air endorsement.
• 1.5 years heavy equipment operator experience plus 6 months on the job training.
• Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR Level C.
• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with the public and providing assistance in a variety of situations.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods.

Additional certification required within one and a half years of employment includes but not limited to

Confined Space Entry, WHMIS and Transportation of Dangerous Goods; Traffic Control Course; Hazard Assessment and Control, Confined Space Entry, Electrical Safety Course; etc.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Examples of Equipment to Operate

A variety of heavy equipment and accessory equipment including but not limited to: dump truck (including sanders, hauling snow, underbody plows, etc.); asphalt spreader, pot hole patcher, flusher truck, vibratory roller, mobile sweeper, loader in City yards, 1 ton truck, trailers, 3 ton vibratory rollers, skid steer loader(bobcat), tar kettle, jackhammer, cut-off saw, chainsaw, tamper, pavemaster roller, and cement mixer, water pumps, generators, hand and power tools, electric winch crane, fork lift, diesel compressors, diesel and gas vibratory compactors, rental equipment, ride on sweeper, tool cat, line painting equipment, tree chipping, water and metal detectors, winch/tripod harness, communications equipment and computer applications such as Outlook, Word & ERP.

This position is also required to complete all duties and responsibilities and operate all equipment included in the Transportation Labourer position.

Employment Contract

YEU Local Y046

Range

$34.40 - $40.47

Hours Per Week

4 X 10 Hours

Guaranteed Minimum Hours

40

Start Date of Position

10/1/2026

Number of Hires Needed

2