Tracked Hoe Operator – Build Roads & Drainage

County-of-Grande-Prairie-No.-1

Hamlet of Clairmont

On-site

CAD 50,000 - 59,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits (myHSA)

County-branded clothing allowance

Personal fuel card with discounted价e

County campground discount

Personal cell phone plans

Job summary

The County of Grande Prairie is hiring a full-time heavy equipment operator to maintain roads and perform related tasks. You will operate backhoes, loaders, graders, and other equipment, following GPS guidance and safety standards.

Shifts are 7:00am–4:30pm, Monday to Friday, with some extended hours and possible night shifts for snow removal. Benefits include health, vacation, and pension participation. Posting closes 2026-09-16.

Qualifications

Grade twelve diploma or equivalent, plus 5+ years equipment operation.
Equipment Operators license required.
Class 5 Driver's License with acceptable driver's abstract.
Tracked hoe experience with Trimble GPS or Earth Works program is an asset.

Responsibilities

Operating various pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
Operating tracked hoe to dig borrow pits, drainage ditches and related work.
Cleaning, maintaining and securing all equipment as directed by procedures.
Performing daily safety and maintenance checks.
Operating tracked hoe, loader and backhoe to load trucks following GPS design and in-yard including snow removal.
Safely operating equipment around overhead lines and buried utilities.
Keeping detailed and accurate records of work completed.
Communicating professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
Participating in safety meetings.
Dealing with the public in a courteous, respectful manner.
Performing labour or related duties as assigned.