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Equipment Operator

@ City Of Mount Pearl

Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador

$34.76/hr
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Overview

City of Mount Pearl is hiring a seasonal Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works to safely operate and care for heavy municipal equipment. The role pays $34.76 per hour and requires a valid Class 03 and 08 driver's licence with air brake and traction engine endorsements.

Pay:

$34.76 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate a variety of heavy municipal equipment
  • Perform care and maintenance of equipment
  • Work under general supervision of the Foreperson

Requirements summary:

  • Considerable experience operating heavy equipment
  • High school graduation or heavy equipment program completion
  • Valid Class 03 and 08 licence with air brake and traction engine endorsements
  • Provincial journeyperson registration as an asset

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-18
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Scheduleday
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsAir brake endorsement, Traction engine endorsement, Journeyperson registration in heavy equipment operator
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required), Trade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyHeavy Equipment Operation
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness

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City Of Mount Pearl

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https://consideritdone.mountpearl.ca/

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Incorporated in 1988, Mount Pearl is a young City. Our thirty-year history has been shaped by strong leadership, robust service delivery, a vibrant economic base and most importantly, a community that shares our passion and commitment to this City. The community is actively engaged with a strong sense of home. It is a recognized leader in effective governance and innovation. It has taken a well-managed and balanced approach to development. It prides itself on superior services. It has made critical investment in key programs and infrastructure, particularly in recreation. OUR MISSION Leading the way as a progressive, family-oriented and business-friendly city, providing quality services.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 3 Centennial Street, Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador A1N1G4, CA
Other recorded names
  • City Of Mount Pearl
  • City of Mount Pearl
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Incorporated in 1988, Mount Pearl is a young City. Our thirty-year history has been shaped by strong leadership, robust service delivery, a vibrant economic base and most importantly, a community that shares our passion and commitment to this City. The community is actively engaged with a strong sense of home. It is a recognized leader in effective governance and innovation. It has taken a well-managed and balanced…

FieldValue
IndustryGovernment Administration
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersMount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador
Organization typeGovernment Agency
Year founded1955
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Job description

Equipment Operator

(Seasonal)

Department of Public Works

$34.76 per hour

Mount Pearl is a vibrant, progressive community with an exceptional quality of community life and a strong sense of home. We are home to 23,000 people who live, work, and play here and our economy is dynamic and rooted in innovation and excellence. We are seeking a person who is strategically focused on the continual growth and community development of Mount Pearl.

The Role

Under the general supervision of the Foreperson, the Equipment Operator performs skilled work in the safe care and operation of a variety of heavy equipment used in a municipal operation.

The Ideal Candidate

Thorough experience in operating a variety of heavy equipment found within a municipal environment supplemented by graduation from high school OR considerable experience in operating heavy equipment along with completion of a program in Heavy Equipment Operation from an accredited educational institution; and possession of a valid Class 03 and 08 driver’s license with air brake and traction engine endorsements for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Provincial registration as a journeyperson in heavy equipment operator would be an asset.

Our team is the place for you!

The City offers a respectful, safe and exciting work environment focused on public service, competitive compensation of $34.76 an hour, comprehensive programs in health and wellness, and a defined benefit pension plan.

If you are interested and believe you have the skills we are looking for, please forward your resume and cover letter as soon as possible.

The City thanks all interested applicants. Selected applicants will be notified if invited for an interview.

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