Equipment Operator

Highway 1 – Jumping Creek to MacDonald Snowshed Project

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators such as Excavator, Loader and Dozer are required on the Highway 1 – Jumping Creek to MacDonald Snowshed Project.

Below you’ll find what certifications and other requirements are needed for this trade.

If you’ve got questions, we’re here to help. Just email workforce@bcib.ca or call 1-888-567-2242.

Job Profile Overview

Equipment Operators are required to safely operate heavy equipment with precision. Task examples may include rough and finished grading, ripping, ditching, sloping, blending and spreading material, utility and grade maintenance work, building haul roads, loading haul trucks, stockpiling, material handling, and compacting for ground density and grade and excavating. Operators may be required to operate equipment on steep slopes and rocky terrain.

Working Conditions

• Extended shift hours in changing weather conditions.
• Busy, noisy and dusty environments on dynamic terrains with multiple trades working together.
• Personal Protective Equipment will be required (e.g., steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.)
• Construction jobs may require workers to be in good physical condition with the ability to lift heavy weight.

Requirements

• Proven experience pioneering rock, steep slopes and roadbuilding.
• Proven experience working in heavy civil construction or road building.
• Must have good observational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Have a good understanding and the ability to follow safe work procedures.
• Ground Disturbance Certification (Excavator Operator)
• Class 5 Driver’s License
• Site Ready BC including WHMIS (details will be provided by BCIB upon employment).

Assets

• HEO Certificate
• Skid Steer Certificate
• Telehandler Certificate

Wage Range: Wages can be found in the wage table of the Community Benefits Agreement

Skills Development

BCIB works with various support organizations to bridge skill gaps among workers with different levels of experience. If there are skilled trades training opportunities which match your profile, we will contact you.