[Hiring] Heavy Excavator Operator @Tahltan Nation Development LP

Role Description

Join TNDC as an Excavator Operator and play a key role in supporting construction and mining operations on a project site in Northern British Columbia. Reporting to the HEO Lead Hand, you will safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment while contributing to the successful delivery of project objectives.

Working on a 14 days on / 14 days off rotational schedule with 12-hour workdays, this role includes daily fly-in/fly-out travel to the worksite from camp. You will work closely with a progressive and motivated team, helping maintain a strong safety culture, supporting project success, and building positive working relationships on site.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-trip/walk-around safety inspections and completes daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities.
• Attend toolbox, safety, and other meetings or discussions as required.
• Maintains equipment in good operating condition, reporting, and logging maintenance requirements or concerns.
• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently and be open to run multiple pieces of equipment during your rotation as required.
• Operate machines to transport trees from logging areas to landing or log loading sites in mountainous terrain in Northwestern, BC.
• Communicates through various techniques including radio hand signals and eye contact.
• Follow all site, company and client specific safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Commitment to always maintaining equipment and site safety.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment being operated.
• Participate in any other specified training.
• Assist in general labour and other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating CAT 325 and CAT 336 excavators (or similar equipment) is highly preferred.
• Comfortable and competent operating in steep, technical, and challenging terrain.
• Previous experience working in remote camp environments and rotational schedules.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental standards, and safe work practices.
• Incorporates HS&E concepts into daily work activities and demonstrates concern for the safety of co-workers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Experience with radio communications and protocols.
• Physically fit and capable of performing repetitive and physically demanding work.
• Reliable, punctual, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to take direction, follow instructions, multitask, and adjust to changing priorities.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work respectfully and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and support various project activities as required.
• Occupational First Aid (OFA) and WHMIS certifications are considered assets.
• Awareness and respect for Indigenous cultures and communities is considered an asset.

Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing

Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to team members, especially local Tahltan workers, by sharing technical skills, safety practices, and industry knowledge in a respectful and culturally aware manner. Uphold Tahltan values and principles by fostering a work environment built on respect, teamwork, and mutual learning. Support the growth of the Tahltan workforce by helping build capacity, promoting safe and effective work practices, and ensuring that knowledge is passed on to strengthen both the team and the broader Tahltan community for the benefit of current and future generations.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Willingness to sign an Oath of Confidentiality.
• Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Pass mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and fitness for work assessment.
• Ability to maintain performance during duration of shift and extreme weather conditions.
• Must be flexible to do day or night shift.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license required.
• WHMIS Certification.
• First Aid Certification: At minimum, a Level 1 certificate is typically needed, with Level 3 or a Level 1 with Transportation Endorsement required depending on the number of workers on site.

Working Conditions

• Role requires the ability to safely perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment, in compliance with WorkSafeBC standards.
• Ability to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Willingness to sign an Oath of Confidentiality.
• Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions in a very remote setting.
• Required to travel to and from site via daily helicopter transport.
• Required to stay in camp accommodations while on rotation.

Supervisor

• No direct reports.