Posted 8 days ago
Equipment Operator 3 - Park Operations
@ Capital Regional District
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Capital Regional District is hiring a full-time Equipment Operator 3 for Park Operations, paying $43.19 per hour for 80 hours bi-weekly. The role coordinates construction of public park facilities such as trails, parking lots, buildings, fences and playgrounds, and supports environmental conservation and remediation work. The posting asks for a Class 1 driver's licence with air brake endorsement and at least 3 years of directly related experience.
Pay:
$43.19 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate dump trucks, excavators, loaders and other heavy equipment on park sites
- Direct contracted trades and park staff for safe, efficient work
- Source construction materials and process internal work orders
- Read design drawings and follow park specifications and standards
- Perform daily equipment maintenance and keep hour logs
Requirements summary:
- High school graduation
- Minimum 3 years directly related experience
- Valid BC Class 1 driver's licence with air brake endorsement
- Physically fit for heavy outdoor work in all weather
- Strong verbal and written communication and customer service
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 1 driver's licence, Air brake endorsement |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Capital Regional District
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Full company description
The CRD delivers regional, sub-regional and local services to 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, the CRD works collaboratively with First Nations and government partners to enable sustainable growth, foster community well-being, and develop cost-effective infrastructure while continuing to provide core services to residents throughout the region. Visit us online at www.crd.bc.ca.
- LinkedIn followers
- 6,883
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 546
- Reported office locations
- 625 Fisgard Street, PO Box 1000, Victoria, BC V8W 2S6, CA
- 479 Island Highway, Victoria, BC V9B 1H7, CA
- 490 Atkins Ave, Victoria, BC V9B 2Z8, CA
- Business categories
- Waste Management
- Recreation
- Environmental Consulting
- Sustainability
- Agriculture
- Public Safety
- Parks
- Government
- Water
- Other recorded names
- Capital Regional District
- Specialties
- engineering
- water management
- environmental management
- parks and recreation
- environmental services
- public policy
- strategic services
- transportation planning
- housing policy
- and social housing
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
The CRD delivers regional, sub-regional and local services to 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, the CRD works collaboratively with First Nations and government partners to enable sustainable growth, foster community well-being, and develop cost-effective infrastructure while continuing to provide core services…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Victoria, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1966 |
| Specialties | engineeringwater managementenvironmental managementparks and recreationenvironmental servicespublic policystrategic servicestransportation planninghousing policyand social housing |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 20 |
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Job Opportunity
Req ID: 2064
Business Unit: Parks Recreation and Environmental Services
Division: Regional Parks
Regular / Auxiliary: Regular
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J13
Rate of Pay: $43.19 - $43.19 per hour
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Posting Date: October 30, 2026
Closing Date: This competition will remain open until filled
Summary
This position provides project coordination for the construction of public facilities, including, trails, parking lots, buildings, ditches, waterlines, fences and playground equipment and provides operational support for environmental conservation and remediation projects.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Operates a tandem axle dump truck, excavator (up to 27,000 kg.), backhoe, front end loader, bobcat, track dumper, flail mower, and other equipment in a variety of complex and sensitive settings within CRD Parks.
- Operates CRD Parks' trucks and equipment trailer in excess of 10,000 kg GVWR.
- Performs daily maintenance of equipment operated in compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act.
- Loads and transports employees, equipment, and materials in accordance with WorkSafe and Department of Transportation regulations.
- Displays a thorough understanding of equipment operation procedures and policies.
- Maintains positive working relationships with staff, contractors and service providers.
- Provides on-site direction to contracted trades people and park operations staff ensuring the work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
- Sources and secures procurement of construction materials.
- Works safely around public utilities and in accordance with BC One Call information.
- Processes and prioritizes internal work orders and provides technical advice on capital projects.
- Follows CRD Parks Planning specifications and standards.
- Reads, interprets and performs work accurately from design drawings and/or sketches.
- Follows technical specifications for universally accessible park facilities, mountain biking trails, drainage, environmental management and other construction requirements associated with external agencies, contractors and partners.
- Maintains current log of hours on equipment operated.
- Performs general interior and exterior housekeeping of vehicles.
- Performs physically demanding construction and maintenance work.
- Promotes a favourable public image for Regional Parks and the CRD at all times.
- Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD
- Performs other related duties as required.
Additional Information
- None
Key Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
- Must possess a thorough understanding of equipment operation procedures and policies
- Working knowledge of the rules and precautions necessary to avoid accidents in and around CRD Parks' facilities and equipment.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, contractors, employees and member of the public.
- Must be able to multi task and to balance changing workloads and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of WorkSafeBC practices/protocols, Workers' Compensation Act and OHS Regulations and other relevant safety statutes.
- Must be physically fit to perform heavy, demanding, manual, physical work in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions
Qualifications
- High School Graduation
- A minimum of 3 years' directly related experience
Certifications
- Valid BC Driver's Licence Class 1
- Air Brake Endorsement
APPLICATIONS
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.
We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during the application and selection process. Your confidential request can be sent to [email protected]
The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.
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