Excavator Operator

Bear Paw Earthworks is a family owned and operated excavation and civil construction company. We have been serving the Okanagan and Shuswap regions since 1979.

**We are looking for a reliable Equipment Operator to join our team.**
Equipment Operator Responsibilities:

- Responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner
- Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting pre-operation checks on equipment.
- Performing other construction duties as required
- Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe.
- Attending morning safety meetings
- Identifying faults and troubleshooting equipment as required.
- Represent Bear Paw Earthworks in professional manner

Equipment Operator Requirements:

- Minimum 3 years experience operating heavy equipment.
- Residential site prep experience required
- Previous experience working around existing underground utilities
- Valid class 5 and reliable transportation required
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow orders and work to strict deadlines.
- An understanding of health and safety codes.
- A positive outlook and a willingness to learn.
- Must live in the Northern Okanagan.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Seasonal

**Salary**: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: In person