Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada (608 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 608
Employers: 278

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.10Across 136 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: 98%593 listings

Not specified: 2% (14 listings)

Employers hiring include North American Construction Group Inc. (56), Amrize (17), Blackline Civil (17).

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Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada

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Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Amrize
Meldrum Bay, ON
Join Amrize as a Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a…
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Heavy Equipment Operator
J.D. Irving, Limited
Juniper, NB
- Full-time
As a Heavy Equipment Operator with Maritime Civil & Energy Limited, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and productive operation of construction equipment on a large scale…
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Grader Operator
Border Paving Ltd.
Alberta · Onoway, AB
- Temporary
The Grader Operator plays a key role in road construction and maintenance, responsible for completing both rough and fine grade finishing. The role requires a high level of attention
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Grader Operator
Border Paving Ltd.
Town of Hinton, Alberta · Hinton, AB
- Temporary
The Grader Operator plays a key role in road construction and maintenance, completing both rough and fine grade finishing to meet project requirements. This position requires a high
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Heavy Equipment Operator
J.D. Irving, Limited
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will play a key role in shaping the landscape of our projects by using your machinery skills to move materials, prepare sites, and ensure precise…
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Border Paving Ltd.

Grader Operator

Town of Hinton, AB, Canada
252 E River Rd, Hinton, AB, T7V 2G3, Canada

Temporary

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Job details

Job type: Temporary
Posting language: English
Posted: Apr 21, 2026

Original job description

For more than 70 years, Border Paving Ltd. has played a key role in building and maintaining Alberta's infrastructure. From highways and roadways to complex construction projects, our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, safety and strong relationships with our customers and the communities we work in.

The Grader Operator plays a key role in road construction and maintenance, completing both rough and fine grade finishing to meet project requirements. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, a strong understanding of grade and slope, and the ability to work safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate is dependable, takes pride in their work, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Job Responsibilities

Perform daily maintenance and equipment inspections, including cleaning and greasing equipment
Safely and skillfully operate a grader on public and private construction sites
Understand and work with grade and slope requirements
Read and interpret plans and follow survey markers
Communicate with surveyors, supervisors and crew
Adjust and control the grader blade to achieve required grade and finish
Comply with ground disturbance regulations
Maintain accurate grade and finish within required tolerances
Monitor finished work to ensure quality standards are met
Perform excavating, backfilling and site clean up
Assist with labour tasks as required
Follow safe work procedures and company safety practices

Qualifications

Experience operating a grader, including gravel road maintenance and finishing
Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, plans and survey markings
Physically fit and capable of manual labour tasks
Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to identify equipment issues
Experience with road construction projects is an asset
Strong attention to detail
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Current driver's abstract (required prior to hire)

What We Offer

Competitive wages based on experience
Benefits
Profit sharing
Company Share Ownership Program
Ongoing training and development
Opportunities for advancement
Steady work during the construction season

Many of our leaders started in field or entry level roles and we believe strongly in promoting from within. We invest in people who demonstrate drive, integrity and leadership.

Backed by decades of experience, Border Paving Ltd. offers long term stability, consistent work and opportunities for growth. If you're looking to build a career with a company that values hard work and reliability, we would like to hear from you.

Border Paving Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Responsibilities

The Grader Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment to perform rough and fine grade finishing on road construction projects. They must also conduct daily equipment inspections, maintenance, and coordinate with surveyors and crew to ensure project specifications are met.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience operating a grader and the ability to interpret grade stakes, plans, and survey markings. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to perform manual labor tasks are required.

Skills

Grader operation
Road construction
Grade and slope understanding
Equipment maintenance
Equipment inspection
Reading plans
Survey marker interpretation
Excavating
Backfilling
Site clean up
Attention to detail
Mechanical knowledge
Safety compliance

Benefits

Competitive wages
Benefits
Profit sharing
Company Share Ownership Program
Ongoing training and development

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Keywords

Grader Operator
Road Construction
Infrastructure
Heavy Equipment
Grade Finishing
Slope Requirements
Survey Markers
Ground Disturbance
Mechanical Knowledge
Class 5 Driver's License
Construction Sites
Maintenance
Excavating
Backfilling
Safety Procedures

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