Crane Operator

2 weeks ago

Prince Rupert BC, Canada Vancouver Pile Driving ltd Full time

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. is a Canadian construction company specializing in marine projects. Our team has been building major marine facilities along the British Columbia coastline since 1913. As part of the Carlson Construction Group, we're dedicated to our core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Professionalism. We're looking for skilled individuals to join us and help maintain our competitive advantage in the marine and foundation construction industry. Learn more at

Are you an experienced Crane Operator who takes pride in working safely and precisely? If so, we'd love to hear from you VanPile is looking for someone like you to join our team and play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly.

This is a fly-in, fly-out position based in Prince Rupert, with a rotation of two weeks on, one week off. It's a full-time, 12-month role, and we'll take care of your travel and accommodation.

Position: Marine Crane Operator

Now Hiring: Marine Crane Operators (3 Positions Available)

Location: Prince Rupert, BC (Fly-In Fly-Out)

Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off

Duration: 12 months

Travel & Accommodation: Fully covered

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Operate heavy equipment to move, load, and place materials on construction and marine sites.
  • Use cranes to lift and position equipment and materials, dredge, and drive piles in a marine setting.
  • Calculate crane capacities and weights to ensure safe rigging and hoisting.
  • Read and follow load charts, staying within crane capacity limits.
  • Assemble and operate cranes according to manufacturer and company specs.
  • Perform regular inspections and maintenance, and report any issues right away.
  • Maintain and repair deck mechanical and hydraulic systems on the vessel.
  • Keep an up-to-date catalogue of all equipment in your area.
What We're Looking For:
  • Experience: At least 5+ years of experience operating friction and hydraulic cranes on spud barges in open water,
  • Knowledge: Solid understanding of civil and marine construction, including underground utilities.
  • Certifications:
    • Valid crane certification (Level or Red Seal equivalent)
  • Marine Basic First Aid
  • Valid driver's license and clean abstract (if operating a company vehicle)
  • Skills:
    • Confident operating cranes, loaders, excavators, and marine derrick equipment
  • Able to assemble cranes, calculate capacities, and maintain mechanical/hydraulic systems
  • Familiarity with local waters is a plus
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay: $52–$60/hour (based on experience)
  • Benefit: Pension and Benefit Eligible
  • Growth opportunities: Be part of a BC-based, family-owned company
  • Dynamic work: Every day brings something new
  • Meaningful impact: Your work directly supports the success of our projects
Ready to Apply?

We'd love to have you on board Apply now and take the next step in your career with VanPile.

Note: Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. does not accept unsolicited résumés from agencies. If you're an agency, please don't send résumés to our team or offices.

If you need any accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at with the position and location you're applying for.

We're proud to be signatories to both IUOE Local 115 and Pile Driver Local 2404. You'll need to be open to joining one of these unions and participating in any required training or apprenticeship programs.

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