British Columbia Heavy equipment operator entry level Jobs – 11 Openings This Week

Heavy Equipment Operator (Haul Truck, Dozer, Grader, Excavator, Shovel, Loader)
Conuma Resources Limited —Tumbler Ridge, BC
- $41.50–$47.00 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Dental care
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Aircraft Tow Operator (FT)
Jazz Aviation LP —Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
Utility Operator in Training
City of Burnaby —Burnaby, BC
- $35.62 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
Laborer & Operator Positions - Asphalt Roller Operartor/ Bobcat Operator/ Laborer with Asphalt Crew
BA Blacktop Ltd. —Sechelt, BC
- $21.88–$45.51 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- No experience needed
- Bachelor's
Ground Person / Equipment Operator - Squamish - Heavy Construction
West Shore Constructors Ltd. —Squamish, BC
- $25–$55 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Driving
- Welding
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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7d
Crane Operator - Heavy Construction
West Shore Constructors Ltd. —Metro Vancouver Regional District, BC
- $54–$60 an hour
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Driving
- Welding
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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ASPHALT PAVING PERSON
MacKinley Clark —Penticton, BC
- $25–$38 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy equipment operation
- No experience needed
- Construction experience
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7d
Bauer RTG Piling/Drill Rig Operator - Squamish - Heavy Construction
West Shore Constructors Ltd. —Squamish, BC
- $55–$61 an hour
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Driving
- Welding
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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7d
Apprentice - Heavy Duty Truck & Trailer
A Big Wrench Truck & Trailer Repair —Kelowna, BC
- $20–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Customer service
- Maintenance
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9d
Rigger/Pile Driving
West Shore Constructors Ltd. —Lower Mainland, BC
- $25–$55 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Driving
- Welding
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Haul Truck, Dozer, Grader, Excavator, Shovel, Loader)

Conuma Resources Limited -
Tumbler Ridge, BC

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Job details

Permanent
$41.50–$47.00 an hour

Qualifications

Excavator
English
Grader operation
Caterpillar
First Aid Certification
Dozer
Loader operation
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

Conuma Resources is seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators with open-pit mining experience for immediate openings at Willow Creek and Quintette.

Are you looking for entry-level opportunities with Conuma Resources?
If you’re eager to start a career in mining but don’t yet meet the qualifications outlined below, we invite you to join our Entry-Level Opportunity Talent Pool. Depending on your skills and interests, you may be considered for roles such as Haul Truck Trainee, Steam Bay Attendant, or Labourer. These positions are designed to help you gain hands-on experience, develop industry skills, and build a strong foundation for long-term career in the mining industry.

Click here to submit your application for upcoming entry-level opportunities instead! (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/CON5004CONRL/JobBoard/3358ebe3-a099-48d8-906b-cdb50ae68bd1/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=35308e99-af29-48aa-a5e4-3d0ec1954d77)

Heavy Equipment Operator
(Haul Truck, Dozer, Grader, Excavator, Shovel, Loader)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off, 12-hour shifts

Come Home to Conuma

At Conuma Resources, we invest in career development to help our operators expand their skills and become proficient across multiple equipment types. You will work with a team that shares your commitment to operational excellence and safety, with opportunities to build a long-term career with a growing company.

We are a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we have grown to own and operate five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, strengthening the communities where we live and work. Guided by our values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we are committed to responsible growth and long-term value for our people and partners.

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

Our active mine sites currently include:

Our Willow Creek Mine, located 40 minutes from Chetwynd
- Employee bus transportation is available from Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Dawson Creek, and Mackenzie
and our Quintette Mine, located 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge
- Employee bus transportation is available from Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd

Heavy Equipment Operators are integral to the safe, efficient, and productive operation at Conuma’s mine sites. We are looking for individuals who have:

2–5 years’ experience operating equipment in an open-pit mining environment.
Physical capability to perform the requirements of the role safely and effectively, including climbing ladders to equipment, working at heights, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Willingness and ability to work 12-hour day and night shifts on a 7x7 rotation.
Ability to remain focused and detail-oriented in all weather conditions and throughout all shift hours.
Effective communication skills in English, with the ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
A strong personal commitment to safety.
Demonstrated reliability and dependability, supported by a strong attendance record.
Valid driver’s license preferred.
First Aid/Mine Rescue Training considered an asset.

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will:

Operate assigned equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with site procedures.
Complete pre-trip inspections, FLHAs, and other reports as required.
Adhere to all applicable policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Identify and report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.
Communicate clearly and effectively using 2-way radios.
Work collaboratively with team members to safely achieve production targets.

Depending on operational requirements, your skills and experience, you may be assigned to operate one or more of the following types of equipment:

Haul Truck

Experience operating haul trucks such as Komatsu 830E, HD1500, Caterpillar 785C, 789C, 793F, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate rigid-frame haul trucks to transport overburden, waste rock, and coal.

Dozer

Experience operating dozers such as Caterpillar D10T, D10T2, D11T, Komatsu D475, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate tracked dozers to manage dumps, move coal, and complete other earthmoving tasks.

Grader

Experience operating graders such as Caterpillar 16H, 16M, 18M, 24M, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate graders to level and maintain mine haul roads.

Excavator

Experience operating excavators such as Caterpillar 385, 395, 390FL, 6015B, Hitachi 870, 890, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate excavators to clean and move coal, load trucks, and manage dig areas.

Shovel

Experience operating hydraulic shovels such as Komatsu PC2000, PC4000, PC7000, Hitachi EX3600, EX5500, EX5600, EX8000, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate hydraulic shovels to load haul trucks with coal and waste material.

Loader

Experience operating loaders such as Caterpillar 988K, 992G, 994H, Letourneau 1350, or similar, in an open-pit mining environment.
Safely operate loaders to move material, load haul trucks, manage stockpiles, and support surface coal mining operations.

Wages and Benefits

Hourly Rate: From $41.50 to $47, based on experience and qualifications
Bonus Pay: Up to $25,000* extra annually through monthly and quarterly bonuses
Paid Vacation and Personal Days: Available after 3 months of employment
Retirement Savings: 7% company-matched contributions
Health & Dental: 100% employer-paid benefit premiums, effective from day one
Plus More... Additional perks, allowances, and employee benefits
- Bonus amounts are estimates based on historical averages and are not guaranteed.

Pre-Employment Testing

All successful candidates are required to complete pre-employment testing prior to commencing work.

Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

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