Posted 2 months ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
@ Dakwakada
Whitehorse, Yukon
Overview
Dakwakada, through its Castle Rock Enterprises business, is hiring a contract Heavy Equipment Operator in Whitehorse, Yukon. The role runs excavators, dozers, loaders and graders on sewer, water and civil projects, including trenching, backfilling and site restoration. Candidates need 3-5 years of heavy equipment experience and a Class 5 licence; no housing or LOA is provided.
Responsibilities:
- Operate excavators, dozers, loaders and graders safely on sewer, water and civil projects
- Perform trenching, backfilling, grading, pipe-laying support and site restoration
- Complete daily checklists, safety walk-arounds and routine operator maintenance
- Operate GPS dozers, graders and excavators for precision work
Requirements summary:
- 3-5 years as heavy equipment operator, sewer and water preferred
- Class 5 driver's licence and reliable transportation
- Canadian driver's licence held for at least 3 years
- Experience with trenching, backfilling, grading and site restoration
- Knowledge of excavation safety, underground utilities and trench shoring
- Proficient in written and verbal English
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Outdoors |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
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Dakwakada
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Full company description
Northerm, a Yukon based business, provides the highest quality windows, doors, glass and related building products to consumers throughout northern Canada with emphasis on superior service, the well being of employees, customers, owners, and the environment. Mission Statement RAB Energy Group Inc. is a Yukon First Nation owned, for profit corporation whose trademark’s Northerm and Capitol Glass are in the business of providing the highest quality windows, doors, glass and related building products to consumers throughout the north with emphasis on superior service, the well being of employees, customers, owners, and the environment. Northerm's Core Values All (RAB) Northerm activities, operations and business ventures will be conducted in a courteous and professional manner based on dignity, respect, honesty and integrity for employees and customers. (RAB) Northerm will strive to ensure quality in our products and services is paramount in all we do. (RAB) Northerm recognizes the right employees are the most important and valuable asset and will continually strive to build their capacity. (RAB) Northerm activities are based on teamwork and cooperation while ensuring all involved enjoy and benefit. (RAB) Northerm will manage our land and assets to enhance their long-term value and provide a reasonable return to the owners. (RAB) Northerm will be conscious of its business practices with respect to the environment. (RAB) Northerm business activities will focus on being the best at what they do the best.
- LinkedIn followers
- 644
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 22
- Reported office locations
- 1-17 Burns Road, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 4Z3, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Building Material
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Dakwakada
- Northerm Windows & Doors
- 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.
Northerm, a Yukon based business, provides the highest quality windows, doors, glass and related building products to consumers throughout northern Canada with emphasis on superior service, the well being of employees, customers, owners, and the environment. Mission Statement RAB Energy Group Inc. is a Yukon First Nation owned, for profit corporation whose trademark’s Northerm and Capitol Glass are in the business…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale Building Materials |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Whitehorse, Yukon |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1983 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
| View page |
Castle Rock Enterprises has been a market leader in the areas of underground utilities (sewer, water, electrical), site preparation, quarry services, land remediation and trucking for over 25 years. Founded in 1995, the company was purchased by Dakwakada Capital Investments (DCI) in 2010, which has maintained its family-business culture. DCI is a privately owned investment firm in Whitehorse, Yukon that holds and manages most business assets of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN).
On top of its reputation as a top-quality construction company, it includes being a 100% First Nations owned business in its competitive advantage. Castle Rock maintains strong partnerships with CAFN and the broader Whitehorse and Yukon communities through many community giving and sponsorship programs.
One of the first companies in the Yukon to achieve COR Certification, the health and safety of employees, contractors and the public is an integral part of our daily activities and our most vital core value at Castle Rock.
Job Summary
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, and related equipment on sewer, water, and civil construction projects. Duties include excavation, trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration, along with daily inspections, basic maintenance, and strict adherence to safety procedures. The role requires technical skill, situational awareness, and teamwork to support the safe and successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
Job Description
- Operate excavators (5–40 tonne), backfill excavators, loaders, dozers (D4–D8), and graders safely and efficiently, in accordance with site plans and safety standards.
- Maintain the highest safety standards by protecting workers, equipment, and vehicles on the job site; prevent utility strikes when working near existing underground infrastructure.
- Complete daily checklists, safety walk-arounds, cab housekeeping, and routine operator maintenance; immediately report equipment issues to the Foreman.
- Perform trenching, backfilling, grading, pipe-laying support, and site restoration using a range of heavy equipment.
- Operate GPS dozers, graders, and excavators for precision excavation, grading, and alignment.
- Balance efficiency with accuracy to meet production goals while maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance with specifications.
Minimum Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator (sewer and water experience preferred)
- Class 5 Driver’s License and reliable transportation to job sites.
- Driver’s License held in Canada for at least 3 years.
- Ability to safely operate at least one type of heavy equipment: excavator, dozer, loader, or grader.
- Experience supporting trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration activities.
- Familiar with excavation safety, working around underground utilities, and trench shoring requirements.
- Proficient in both written and verbal English; able to follow and communicate clear instructions.
Please note that there is no housing or LOA provided for this position. Must be Whitehorse local or arrange own housing.
As a 100% First Nation-owned business, we strongly encourage submissions from qualified CAFN Citizens and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples from across Canada.
While we thank and appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls or agencies, please.
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