Equipment Operator
- Fredericton, NB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 3 years or more diversified experience in operating equipment.
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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The Opportunity
Fredericton, NB
In-person
Skilled Trades and Labour
Experienced
Full-time
$26.75 / hour
Competition Number: #096-26.27
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Pension plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Aid
Closing Date: November 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Capital Planning & Operations
Capital Planning & Operations is a team of approximately 160 employees that take tremendous pride in the campus and deliver exceptional service that supports the University of New Brunswick's mission, vision and values. You will be a part of a motivated team of professionals who are always striving to make our campus a safe, sustainable, accessible, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff and community.
What We Offer
Full-Time | Continuing | Fredericton | On-Campus
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:30AM - 4:00PM | 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $26.75 per hour
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the Operations Foreperson this position of Equipment Operator is skilled work in the operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment vehicles employed in Buildings and Grounds maintenance.
The Opportunity
Fredericton, NB
In-person
Skilled Trades and Labour
Experienced
Full-time
$26.75 / hour
Competition Number: #096-26.27
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Pension plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Aid
Closing Date: November 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Capital Planning & Operations
Capital Planning & Operations is a team of approximately 160 employees that take tremendous pride in the campus and deliver exceptional service that supports the University of New Brunswick's mission, vision and values. You will be a part of a motivated team of professionals who are always striving to make our campus a safe, sustainable, accessible, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff and community.
What We Offer
Full-Time | Continuing | Fredericton | On-Campus
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:30AM - 4:00PM | 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $26.75 per hour
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the Operations Foreperson this position of Equipment Operator is skilled work in the operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment vehicles employed in Buildings and Grounds maintenance.
- Operate heavy & light equipment, such as: front-end loaders, backhoes, three-ton trucks, one-ton trucks, half-ton trucks, tractors and Trackless MT's along with all associated attachments.
- Operate heavy equipment safely on varied terrain, situations, and weather.
- Work in or out of doors under varying conditions, at heights or in confined spaces.
- Attach and remove accessories for vehicles. Perform driver maintenance tasks, such as: conduct pre-operational checks, clean, lubricate and refill the equipment as necessary.
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation, care, and preservation of assigned tools/equipment and the performance of minor maintenance repairs.
- Operate vehicles delivering a variety of materials to various buildings on Campus.
- Plow and remove snow from streets, walks, parking lots and other areas as directed. Salt and sand as required.
- Mow and rake lawns, sweep streets and sidewalks, prune trees and shrubs and other general grounds maintenance duties.
- Load trucks with loader, backhoe, or tractor. Excavate with a mechanical shovel or backhoe.
- Responsible for the application of safety precautions as may be required to ensure minimum hazard to self and others.
- Deliver and set up furniture.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess a current, valid class 5 driver's license with air brake endorsement.
- 3 years or more diversified experience in operating equipment. Applicants may be tested on their ability to operate equipment.
- Must have the physical capacity to carry out the functions of the position, including the ability to lift heavy objects, work from ladders, at heights, or in cramped quarters.
- Must be willing and able to work overtime as required. A telephone is necessary for call-outs in the event of inclement weather and emergencies.
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Responsibilities
Operate and maintain a range of heavy and light equipment and vehicles for campus buildings and grounds work, including excavation, material delivery, snow removal, and general grounds maintenance. Follow safety precautions, perform routine checks and minor repairs, and support campus operations with tasks such as furniture delivery and setup.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class 5 driver's license with an air brake endorsement, and at least three years of diversified equipment operating experience are required. Candidates must be physically capable of the work, willing to work overtime, and available for weather- or emergency-related call-outs.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Light Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Operation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Minor Repairs
- Snow Removal
- Grounds Maintenance
- Lawn Mowing
- Tree and Shrub Pruning
- Excavation
- Material Delivery
- Furniture Setup
- Workplace Safety
- Pre-Operational Inspections
- Air Brake Operation
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Aid
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment
- Light Equipment
- Front-End Loader
- Backhoe
- Three-Ton Truck
- One-Ton Truck
- Half-Ton Truck
- Tractor
- Trackless MT
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Pre-Operational Checks
- Equipment Maintenance
- Minor Repairs
- Snow Plowing
- Snow Removal
- Salting
- Sanding
- Grounds Maintenance
- Lawn Mowing
- Tree Pruning
- Shrub Pruning
- Excavation
- Material Delivery
- Furniture Setup
- Workplace Safety
- Buildings and Grounds