Temporary Full-time Heavy Equipment Operator (Snow Plow Operator)

Company Description

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

Job Description

Transportation and Utilities is looking for a temporary full-time Heavy Equipment Operator to join our West County Operations Team. This position will primarily operate a plow truck in winter, as well as various other pieces of heavy equipment such as loader, grader, cat, packers, and backhoe. The position may also have to do general labour duties as needed. Some weekend work and/or longer hours may be required for operations purposes.

This position works out of the West County Shop in Beaverlodge. 

Qualifications

• Class 1 Driver's License and clean abstract
• Experience towing a trailer
• Willingness and ability to work long hours including weekends when required
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (bobcat, packer, backhoe, etc.)
• Ability to interact with members of the public and coworkers effectively and courteously
• Physical ability to perform labour duties
• Ability to use hand/power tools
• Ability to do basic maintenance on equipment would be an asset
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and an ability to use computers

Additional Information

Typical shifts are Monday - Friday,  from 7am to 4:30pm with some extended hours and/or weekends may be required to meet operational needs.

This temporary position will run for 3 months with the possibility of extension. 

Hourly Pay: $35.66 to $41.95 

This position will be posted until October 13, 2025 at 11:59pm or until suitable candidate found. 

As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. We do not accept applications sent via email.

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hr@countygp.ab.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.