Posted 5 days ago
Equipment Operator
@ Government of Saskatchewan
Beauval, Saskatchewan
Overview
The Government of Saskatchewan is hiring an Equipment Operator for the Ministry of Highways in the Meadow Lake District, Beauval Section. The role operates and maintains heavy equipment for summer road maintenance and winter snow and ice removal, and coordinates a crew on site. A valid Class 1A licence is required, and a driver abstract is requested at interview.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain graders, loaders and tandem trucks
- Perform summer highway maintenance and winter snow and ice removal
- Coordinate crew daily job assignments on site
- Monitor equipment use and follow SOPs
- Maintain logs of operating hours, repairs and materials
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 1A driver's licence
- Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and maintenance
- Understanding of basic mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
- Knowledge of workplace safety and traffic control
- Teamwork and adaptability
Tools & skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Outdoors |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan |
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Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page! This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure. When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations. Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.
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- 6,353
- Reported office locations
- 2405 Legislative Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0B3, CA
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Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page! This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure. When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1905 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 186 |
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The Opportunity:
The Ministry of Highways is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Operator for the Meadow Lake District, Beauval Section within the Operation and Maintenance Division. You will be part of a team responsible for the operation and general maintenance of the provincial transportation network consisting of roads, highways, and airports. The Ministry is committed to providing an integrated transportation system supporting economic growth and prosperity for Saskatchewan citizens. Safety is one of our core values and is part of who we are.
- May provide on-site coordination of a crew to ensure daily job assignments are completed.
- May assign tasks to crew members throughout the day to maintain efficient operations.
- Monitors equipment use to ensure responsible operation, adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP’s), and suitability for the task being performed.
- Operates, services and maintains heavy equipment such as tandem trucks with hydro drum, spinner, snowplow/wing attachments, graders and front-end loaders.
- Performs highway maintenance activities in summer and snow/ ice removal in winter conditions.
- Maintains records and logs of operating hours, equipment repairs, and materials used on highways.
Job Capabilities:
As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:
- Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
- Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
- Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
- Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
- Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
- Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Procedures and equipment operation related to the proper operation, maintenance and service of heavy duty motor equipment (motor grader/tandem truck/loader).
- Basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel and lubrication systems of heavy equipment.
- Workplace safety and traffic control procedures.
- Occupational health, workplace hazardous materials and dangerous goods policies and practices.
- To qualify for this position, you will possess a valid Class 1A license. If you are invited to attend an interview for this position, you will be required to provide a current driver abstract.
Job Skills:
- Communication (Level B)
- Critical Thinking (Level A)
- Digital Skills (Level A)
- Interacting with Others (Level B)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
- Managing Self (Level A)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
Other Qualifications and Requirements:
Licenses, Certifications or Designations
- Valid Class 1A driver’s license
What We Offer:
- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment to Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.
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