Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada (614 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 614
Employers: 278

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.11Across 137 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%599 listings

Not specified: 2% (14 listings)

Employers hiring include North American Construction Group Inc. (60), Amrize (17), Blackline Civil (17).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

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.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada

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Heavy Equipment Operator, Multi-Skilled, Mine Operations - Fixed-Term Contract Fly In/Fly Out
De Beers Group
NT · Northwest Territories, Canada
- Contract
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Heavy Equipment Operators - Experienced Arctic Ice Road Operators
Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation
Bathurst Inlet, NU
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator, Multi-Skilled, Mine Operations - Fixed-Term Contract Fly In/Fly Out
Anglo American / De Beers Group
NT · Gahcho Kué Mine, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
- Contract
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Heavy Equipment Operators - Experienced Arctic Ice Road Operators
Matrix Camps and Logistics
Bathurst Inlet, NU
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Integrated Staffing Limited
Charlottetown, PE
- Full-time
We are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to support operations in an outdoor industrial yard environment. The successful candidate will primarily operate excavators…
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Heavy Equipment Operator
CityofOttawa
Ottawa, ON
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Paver operator
GB Paving Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- From $39 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Heavy equipment operator
Aztec Structural Restoration Inc.
Bolton, ON
- $35 to $37 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Heavy Equipment Operator
YORK1
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, Ontario
- Full-time
- Temporary
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Snow Removal Heavy Equipment Operators/Salt Truck Drivers
Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services
Brampton, ON
- $25 to $35 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Excavator operator
Lenbeth Weeping Tile
Edmonton, AB
- $23 to $27.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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heavy equipment operator
Premier Recycling Ltd.
Timmins, ON
- Full-time
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Snow Removal Heavy Equipment Operators/Salt Truck Drivers
Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services
Brampton, ON
- Part-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator
GFL - Sewer Technologies Division
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move…
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Heavy Equipment Operator
GFL Environmental Inc.
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move…
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Heavy Equipment Operator
YORK1
Whitby, ON
- Full-time
- Temporary
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Heavy Equipment Operator II
Government of Yukon
Pelly Crossing, YT
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator
SECURE
Edmonton, AB
- Other
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Tunnelling Machine Operator
Erritt Construction Ltd.
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
- Full-time
…compensation. We own and operate Herrenknecht Micro tunneling equipment and require experienced MTBM operators to fill vacant roles. The Microtunneling and Boring Machine Operator will be…
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ASPHALT PAVER OPERATOR
D. Crupi & Sons Limited
ON · Ontario, Canada
- Full-time
Reporting to the Foreman and Supervisor on site, the Paver Operator works together with other paving crew members to complete assigned paving projects safely, and by providing excellent…
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Scraper Operator
Sureway Construction Group
Edmonton, AB
- Temporary
Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, with over 50 years’ experience, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine…
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer Operator) (Fort Hills)
North American Construction Group Inc.
Fort McMurray, AB
- Temporary
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Finish Excavator Operator
Ledcor
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
- Full-time
Are you an experienced Excavator Operator looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a major industrial project? At Ledcor, we take pride in safety and quality, and we’re looking for…
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Grader) (Kearl)
North American Construction Group Inc.
Fort McMurray, AB
- Up to $56.5 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Grader) (Fort Hills)
North American Construction Group Inc.
Fort McMurray, AB
- Temporary
NACG is seeking a Grader Operator to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. This is your opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region.

GFL - Sewer Technologies Division

Heavy Equipment Operator

Hamilton, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 26, 2026
Experience: 5+ years experience with excavators, front end loaders, dozers, and water trucks.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary:

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material in a landfill.

Why GFL:

Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of safe, modern yards with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements:

5+ years experience with excavators, front end loaders, dozers, and water trucks.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.
Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily
Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons and pedals.
Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.
Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.
Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

#GFLTalent

Why GFL:

Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of safe, modern yards with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements:

5+ years experience with excavators, front end loaders, dozers, and water trucks.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.
Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily
Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons and pedals.
Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.
Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.
Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

#GFLTalent

Job ID:

R40629

Job Profile:

U - Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Country:

Canada

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment to bale, load, and move waste or other materials at the assigned site. Inspect, maintain, and clean equipment, help maintain the facility grounds, and cover for other operators as needed.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience operating excavators, front-end loaders, dozers, and water trucks. Must be able to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Skills

Excavator Operation
Front-End Loader Operation
Bulldozer Operation
Water Truck Operation
Heavy Equipment Operation
Waste Handling
Baling and Loading Materials
Equipment Inspection
Preventive Maintenance
Lubrication
Fluid Checks
Equipment Cleaning
Landfill Operations
Transfer Station Operations
Grounds Maintenance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company-Matching RRSP/DPSP
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Employee Perks
Team Recognition

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Keywords

Excavator
Front-End Loader
Bulldozer
Water Truck
Heavy Equipment
Waste Material
Landfill
Transfer Station
Baling
Loading
Trailers
Equipment Inspection
Equipment Maintenance
Lubrication
Fluid Checks
Tracks and Gear Mechanisms
Grounds Maintenance
Construction

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