Equipment Operator

Are you an Experienced Operator looking for steady work on a large scale project? We are currently seeking versatile and reliable Equipment Operators to join our team on the Teck Greenfield Project. This role requires experienced operators who can float between multiple types of equipment, supporting a variety of construction and site operations. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile industrial construction project with a company known for its strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

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Essential Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a variety of heavy equipment including, Skid Steers, Rock Trucks, Telehandlers, Dozers, Backhoes, Excavators

• Perform excavation, backfilling, grading, and material hauling as required

• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and ensure equipment is in safe working condition

• Step in on general construction tasks when needed—team-first mindset

• Operate in crowded, fast-paced working environments, and exercises extreme caution with awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety.

• Interpret verbal and non-verbal communication (including hand signals) from ground personnel and Labourers, and acts accordingly.

• Adhere to all project and Ledcor policies, procedures, and PPE requirements

• Maintain clean and organized equipment

• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and ensure equipment is in safe working condition

• Perform light maintenance and minor repairs (greasing, fluid checks, basic troubleshooting)

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating multiple types of construction equipment

• Experience with excavation, backfill and hauling operations

• Valid Drivers License

• ​Must complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing

• Prior mine or heavy civil construction experience and asset

• Strong understanding of grading and reading site plans or elevations

Work Conditions:

• Work schedule 14 on, 7 off, 10 hours per day

• Living out allowance provided

• Work in all weather conditions

• Weekly payment of wages

• Extended health benefits provided by CLAC

• Locals to Merrit and Kamloops will be given priority

Compensation

$35.17 - $54.11 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.  These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.