British Columbia Backhoe operator Jobs – 26 Openings This Week

Equipment Operator
Ledcor —British Columbia
- $35.17–$54.11 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Construction
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Excavator Operator/Labourer
Valhalla Hydrovac —Creston, BC
- $28–$35 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- Communication skills
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Rubber Tire Backhoe Operator - John Deere or Cat Control
FRED THOMPSON CONTRACTORS (1991) LTD. —Burnaby, BC
- From $41 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Construction
- In-person
- Commercial driving
Quick apply
Backhoe Operator
New Elevation Civil Construction —Metro Vancouver Regional District, BC
- $35–$43 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Quick apply
Vac Truck Operator
Compass Services FSJ Ltd. —Fort St. John, BC
- $38–$48 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- First Aid Certification
- Driving
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Heavy Equipment Operator
J. Cote & Son Excavating Ltd. —Langley, BC
- $38–$48 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
Experienced Excavator Operator
Nortek contracting Ltd. —Prince George, BC
- $32–$37 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- In-person
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Excavator Operator
J. Boon Contracting Ltd —Langley, BC
- $35–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- Construction
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Excavator Operator/Bobcat Operator/Roller Operator
Key-West Asphalt (333) Ltd. —Langley, BC
- $30–$35 an hour
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- Driving
- Construction
Quick apply
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Excavator Operator/Skid Steer Operator
Sumas Group of Companies —Burnaby, BC
- $26–$31 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- Commercial driving
- Dental care
- Vision care
Quick apply
Equipment Operator I
Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. —Burns Lake, BC
- $48.41 an hour
- Immediate opening
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
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Excavator Operator
NEXGEN BUILDING & EXCAVATION INDUSTRIES LTD. —Houston, BC
- $28–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- Commercial driving
- Dental care
- Vision care
Quick apply
Excavator Operator
Central Okanagan Property Management Ltd. —Kelowna, BC
- $25–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- In-person
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Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman/woman
J. Boon Contracting Ltd —Langley, BC
- $35–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- Construction
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Heavy Equipment Operator – Nanaimo
IWC EXCAVATION —Nanaimo, BC
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
Equipment Operator III (Operations)
City of Port Moody —Port Moody, BC
- $35.71–$38.42 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Hand tools
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Equipment Operator
Lorval Developments —Langley, BC
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
Quick apply
Excavator Operator
JKCE Probuild Contracting —Richmond, BC
- $35–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Quick apply
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Heavy Equipment Operator
TwinCon Enterprises Ltd. —Okanagan, BC
- Overtime
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- Driving
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
Excavator Operator
WCI Group (West Coast Infrastructure Group) —Vancouver, BC
- $37.00–$41.81 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- In-person
- Dental care
Quick apply
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Equipment Operator

Ledcor -
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Job details

Full-time
$35.17–$54.11 an hour

Qualifications

Construction

Full job description

Location: Meritt, BC, Canada
Date Posted: Jun 12, 2026
Job ID: R29318
Job Status: Full-Time

Description

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.

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