Posted 17 days ago
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
@ Kahkewistahaw First Nation #72
Saskatchewan
Overview
Kahkewistahaw First Nation #72 is hiring a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator for its Public Works team. The role operates and maintains sewage pump-out trucks, water hauling trucks, graders, backhoes and crushing equipment for community infrastructure and maintenance. The posting asks for a 2-year minimum of heavy equipment experience, a Class 5 licence and reliability for potential evening and weekend work.
Responsibilities:
- Operate sewage pump-out and water hauling trucks
- Operate graders, backhoes and crushing equipment
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Support community infrastructure and maintenance projects
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Valid operator licence and Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
- Class 5 licence (air brakes or A1 an asset)
- Minimum 2 years heavy equipment operating experience
- Willing to work outdoors in extreme weather
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · saskjobs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-21
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Heavy Equipment Operator Certification, Air brakes, A1 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Kahkewistahaw First Nation #72
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
Description
Summary
Kahkewistahaw First Nation is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Public Works team. The successful candidate will operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment, including sewage pump-out trucks, water hauling trucks, graders, backhoes, and crushing equipment, to support community infrastructure and maintenance projects. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and providing essential services to enhance the quality of life for community members.
Strong mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and perform basic equipment maintenance.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Physical capability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting to 50 lbs, bending, and working in various weather conditions.Knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations, with a focus on safe equipment operation.
REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
1. Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid operators license and Heavy Equipment Operator Certification.
3. Possess a Class 5 drivers license, air brakes and/or A1 are considered an asset.
4. Minimum of 2 years experience operation heavy equipment, including graders, backhoes, and trucks (sewage pump-out, water hauling, or similar).
5. Be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme cold, heat, or dust.
6. sitting for extended periods in vibrating equipment and performing physically demanding tasks.
7. Capacity to work effectively both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a Public Works team
8. Willing to take training as required
9. Experience with crushing equipment is an asset.
10. Reliable, punctual, and flexible with availability, including potential evening and weekends.
11. Submit an application that includes an updated Cover Letter, Resume and Three (3) References.
12. Submit an up-to-date criminal record check (CPIC)
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