Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

Operate heavy machinery including skid steers, loaders, and excavators to precisely lay and pick mats on client sites. Perform routine maintenance, complete daily site documentation, and adhere to strict safety and environmental protocols.

Job details

About Northern Mat & Bridge Northern Mat & Bridge is a Canadian‑owned company that has been providing safe, reliable access solutions across the country for over 25 years. Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a small operation in Grande Prairie, Alberta into a coast‑to‑coast leader in access matting and portable bridge solutions, supporting projects in some of the most challenging terrains and climates in the world. Our work supports a wide range of industries by delivering secure, cost‑effective, and environmentally responsible access solutions that help projects move forward safely and efficiently. We take pride in the role we play behind the scenes—making sure people, equipment, and communities can get where they need to go. Why Work at Northern Mat & Bridge? At Northern Mat & Bridge, people come first. We believe that strong teams are built by supporting employees, investing in safety and training, and creating an environment where people feel valued and set up for success from day one. New team members receive structured onboarding, hands‑on training, and ongoing support to help them grow in their roles. With employees located across Canada, we offer the opportunity to be part of a national organization while still working within close‑knit, collaborative teams. As a company that continues to evolve and grow, we offer long‑term career opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and the chance to be part of meaningful work that makes a real impact on job sites and communities nationwide. If you’re looking for a workplace that values safety, teamwork, and doing things the right way, Northern Mat & Bridge is a place where you can build a career—not just take a job. We are seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to join our Operations team. The ideal candidate will possess good mechanical knowledge and experience operating various types of heavy equipment, including skid steers, loaders, and excavators. This role requires a safety-conscious individual capable of handling complex machinery in a variety of industries. Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment such as skid steers, loaders, and excavators, with precision and safety. Perform routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal functioning. Safely load and unloading mats from transport trucks Laying/picking mats precisely and safely on client sites Adhere and participate in tail gate meetings, field level hazard assessments and adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations at all times during operation. Collaborate with team members to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth workflow on-site. Ensure mat trackers are completed daily, and submitted prior to leaving site Ensure mat quality control forms are completed when Field Supervisor is not on site, and submitted prior to leaving site Collecting all transport trucks BOL’s when Field Supervisor is not on site, and submitting prior to leaving site Take photos of site pre and post job completion when Field Supervisor is not on site Complete daily time tickets (when no supervisor is on site) and ensure that all proper information is recorded and submitted prior to leaving the site Experience Proven experience operating heavy equipment. Prior work in construction sites or industrial environments demonstrating adherence to safety standards is required. Maintaining relationships with all personnel to ensure close communication in a professional and courteous manners within Northern Mat & Bridge, and its various partnerships. Other Skills and Abilities Team player attitude Good written and verbal communication Capable to work in remote locations Strong attention to detail Proven work ethic Licence/Certification: Class 5 Licence (preferred) Drivers Abstract with less than 6 demerits Location: Alberta (preferred) Willingness to travel: 75% (preferred) Work Location: On the road At Northern Mat & Bridge, we value diversity, teamwork, and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and professional work environment. All employment offers are subject to applicable pre‑employment requirements. NMB is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.

What you’ll do

Operate heavy machinery including skid steers, loaders, and excavators to precisely lay and pick mats on client sites. Perform routine maintenance, complete daily site documentation, and adhere to strict safety and environmental protocols.

Requirements

Proven experience operating heavy equipment in construction or industrial environments is required. Candidates should possess a Class 5 license, a clean driver's abstract, and a willingness to travel 75% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation • Benefits

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• collaborative · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Site Documentation · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Skid Steer Operation
• Loader Operation
• Excavator Operation
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Safety Compliance
• Routine Machinery Maintenance
• Site Coordination
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Work Ethic

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety