Posted 2 months ago
Equipment Operator (RBD)
@ Forbes Bros. Group of Companies
Chatham, Ontario
Overview
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is hiring a full-time temporary Equipment Operator for transmission and distribution line projects across Ontario, on a project-based rotation of roughly 21 days on and 7 off or 6 on and 1 off. The role operates backhoes, excavators, skid steers and radial boom derricks under a Foreman or Lead Hand. Base pay is $38 to $49 CAD per hour, plus a $200 per day living-out allowance where applicable.
Responsibilities:
- Operate backhoes, excavators, skid steers and radial boom derricks on utility projects
- Perform daily pre-use and post-use safety and maintenance checks
- Follow site plans and equipment manuals
- Keep equipment documentation and inspection records current
- Store heavy equipment safely when not in use
Requirements summary:
- Operator's certificate from a licensed service provider
- Three to five years operating heavy equipment
- Valid driver's licence and acceptable driver's abstract
- Class 3 or Class 1 licence with air brakes is an asset
- Experience on backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators and radial boom derricks is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, overtime, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Operator's certificate, Driver's licence, Class 3 (DZ), Class 1 (AZ), Air brakes |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record, drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | Home office allowance |
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Forbes Bros. Group of Companies
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North America's most practical, respected and reliable Utility Constructor
Full company description
Forbes Bros, incorporated in 1977, has grown to become one of North America’s largest privately-held utility construction contractors. Forbes Bros has expanded from its original base of operations in the province of Saskatchewan across North America. Over that period Forbes Bros has grown geographically as well as through acquisition. Forbes Bros has acquired four powerline construction companies; RS Line Contr. Co in 1997, Interlake Powerline in 2014, Timberline Construction in 2017, and Titan Electric Inc in 2018. Forbes Bros has also diversified its operations with several acquisitions over the last several years; Summit Telecom and HPS Hydrovac Services in 2016 and Bullet Boring in 2017. Forbes Bros currently has its head office in Edmonton, Alberta with Canadian corporate offices located in Prince Albert (SK), Winnipeg (MB) and Toronto (ON). Our US operations have offices Rapid City (SD), Williston (ND), Casper (WY), Seattle (WA), Salt Lake City (UT), and Salem (UT). Forbes Bros fleet management team has the experience and capability to meet the needs of multiple large-scale transmission projects simultaneously. With over 2500 pieces of owned construction equipment including 6 full sets of stringing gear, an experienced team of field mechanics who are deployed on every project, and 6 major repair shops across North America, Forbes Bros is capable of surging up to meet any project size or timeline.
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,320
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 370
- Reported office locations
- 1290 91 St SW, 200, Edmonton, AB T6X 0P2, CA
- 1774 Centre St, Suite A, Rapid City, SD 57703, US
- 8695 Delta Dr, Casper, WY 82604, US
- 3977 5th Ave E, Prince Albert, SK S6W 0A2, CA
- 25211 - 114 Ave, Zone 2, Acheson, AB T7X 6M4, CA
- 10436 173 St, Surrey, BC V4N 5H3, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Small and Medium Businesses
- Telecommunications
- Other recorded names
- Forbes Bros. Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Powerline Construction
- Powerline Maintenance
- Substation
- Transmission
- Renewables
- Telecommunication
- Distribution
- and Horizontal Directional Drilling and Hydrovac
- 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.
Forbes Bros, incorporated in 1977, has grown to become one of North America’s largest privately-held utility construction contractors. Forbes Bros has expanded from its original base of operations in the province of Saskatchewan across North America. Over that period Forbes Bros has grown geographically as well as through acquisition. Forbes Bros has acquired four powerline construction companies; RS Line Contr. Co…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, AB |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | Powerline ConstructionPowerline MaintenanceSubstationTransmissionRenewablesTelecommunicationDistributionand Horizontal Directional Drilling and Hydrovac |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 23 |
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About Us
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is a leading utility infrastructure contractor helping power communities across Canada and the United States. Built on family roots, we value safety, hard work, and getting the job done right for our clients. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.
Role Details
- Location: Transmission & distribution line projects throughout Ontario.
- Employment type: Full-time, temporary
- Work arrangement: On-site - rotation
- Schedule: Project-based rotation, initially anticipated to be 21 days on / 7 days off or 6 days on / 1 day off. Frequent overtime and weekend work may be required to accommodate project schedules.
- Travel: Travel to project sites throughout Ontario is required.
- Travel support: Eligible for a $200 per day living-out allowance (LOA), where applicable while working away from home.
The Opportunity
Working under the direction of a Foreman or Lead Hand, the Equipment Operator supports construction activities through the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment. You will follow site plans, complete daily safety and maintenance checks, and work closely with the construction team to support field operations.
This opportunity suits an experienced operator who takes pride in safe operation, equipment care, and teamwork. You will work with equipment ranging from backhoes and excavators to radial boom derricks while contributing to quality construction work and keeping equipment ready for use.
Key Elements of the Role
- Operate assigned equipment, including backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, radial boom derricks (digger trucks), excavators, and other equipment as required.
- Follow site plans, equipment operating manuals, and applicable legislation, policies, and procedures, keeping safety and quality central to each task.
- Perform daily pre-use and post-use safety and maintenance checks.
- Work closely with the construction team to understand assigned tasks and provide feedback on equipment and field requirements.
- Complete routine cleaning, greasing, and maintenance, and advise the Fleet Foreman of maintenance or repair requirements.
- Keep equipment documentation current and complete daily inspection records.
- Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored when not in use.
What You’ll Bring
- An operator’s certificate from a licensed service provider.
- Three to five years of experience operating heavy equipment, including excavators, crawler tractors, and loaders.
- A valid driver’s licence and an acceptable driver’s abstract, maintained throughout employment.
- A Class 3 (DZ) or Class 1 (AZ) licence with air brakes is an asset.
- Experience with all or most of the equipment used in the role, including backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and radial boom derricks, is an asset.
The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements.
This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting.
Base Pay Range
$38—$49 CAD
Equal Opportunity & Recruitment
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers committed to a respectful and accessible recruitment process. We make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must currently be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment.
Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, review of driving records or driver’s abstracts, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client or site-access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact the recruitment team so we can discuss their needs and arrange appropriate support.
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