Equipment Operator - Utilities

Cranbrook, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$41 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy-duty municipal equipment for shallow and deep utility excavation. The role also involves responding to emergency callouts and performing duties in accordance with City policies and WorkSafeBC standards.

Job details

POSTING TYPE: Internal POSITION TYPE: Full-Time HOURS OF WORK: 40-hour work week, as per schedule HOURLY RATE $41.35 per hour, Pay Grade 8 - Schedule "B" Outside Employees ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION * Grade 12 Diploma or GED LICENSES / CERTIFICATES * Valid Class three (3) BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement EXPERIENCE * Five (5) years’ experience in a Municipal Works environment, or similar nature, operating heavy duty equipment associated with excavating for shallow and deep utilities SPECIFIC SKILLS * Proficient, demonstrated ability to safely operate municipal works equipment, including Excavator, Grader, Loader, Backhoe, Sweeper, etc. * Demonstrated ability to safely operate excavation equipment near or around shallow and deep underground utilities. * Knowledge of municipal standards/policies. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy in dealing with members of the public, other agencies and staff. * High degree of initiative and sound judgement. * Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision. * Demonstrated ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established City policies and procedures; WorkSafeBC. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS * Committed to pursuing and attending on-going training and educational opportunities relevant to the position. * Available and willing to work various schedules, weekends, holidays, day, evening, and night shifts as outlined in the Collective Agreement. * Respond to emergency callouts and undertake responsibilities specific to Disaster Services. CLOSING DATE 10/16/26

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Grade 12 Diploma or GED and a valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Endorsement. A minimum of five years of experience in a municipal works environment or similar setting is required.