Equipment Operator (RBD)

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On-site
Posted Aug 27, 2026
1 position

$37–$48 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy machinery while adhering to all relevant safety legislation and site policies. They must perform daily maintenance checks, follow site plans, and collaborate closely with the construction team to ensure project success.

Job details

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter. POSITION SUMMARY Taking direction from the foreman or lead hand, this position is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of equipment and daily maintenance checks. The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Field Safety Leadership & Compliance * Ensuring safety and quality is at the forefront of every task * Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures * Perform daily pre/post safety and maintenance checks * Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored Equipment Operation to Include * Backhoe * Skid Steer * Mini excavator * Radial Boom Derrick (Digger truck) * Excavators * And other pieces of equipment. Daily Responsibilities * Able to follow site plans * Work closely with construction team to understand tasks and provide feedback * Understand and have knowledge with equipment operating manuals * Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required * Advise the fleet Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs * Participate in routine maintenance, cleaning, greasing etc. * Ensuring documentation for equipment is up to date as per daily check ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Education & Experience * Operators certificate from a licensed service provider * 3 to 5 years’ experience on heavy equipment: excavators, crawler tractors, loaders * Class 3 (DZ) license, class 1 (AZ) license with air brakes considered asset Skills & Abilities * Experience with all or most of the equipment noted above is considered an asset Additional Details This position requires candidates to: * Have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract * Work a project-based rotation schedule, initially anticipated to be 6 days on / 1 day off * Eligible for $200/day LOA where applicable while working away from home * Be willing to travel and relocate to project sites as required The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements. This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting. Base Pay Range $38—$49 CAD Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process. Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess an operators certificate from a licensed service provider and have 3 to 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment. A valid driver's license is required, with a Class 3 (DZ) or Class 1 (AZ) license considered a significant asset.