Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Hours of Work: 40

Job location: Kitchener Operations Facility

Pay: $35.76 To $37.87 Hourly

Grade/Band: 7

Job Posting Start Date: 9/24/26

Job Posting End Date: 10/1/26

Overview

Reporting to Supervisor of Operations, the Heavy Equipment Operator will work as a collaborative member of the Operations team, contributing to a supportive and innovative work environment.

Responsibilities

- Operate large heavy equipment, including rubber tire backhoe, loader , dozer, grader, and hydraulic excavator ), to perform excavation, construction and snow removal work.
- Perform daily maintenance circle checks on all pieces of equipment prior to operation and follow all pre-trip inspections guidelines.
- Maintain an awareness of surroundings at all times, including location of other staff members and underground/overhead utilities to ensure safety of self, other staff, the public, and private property
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

- Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.





Experience

- Ability to successfully complete required progression criteria as it relates to this job title.

Additional Requirements

- Valid MTO DZ class driver's license in good standing.
- Competent in the use of a rubber-tired backhoe and loader (subject to assessment as necessary).
- Shift work may be required for winter maintenance activities.
- Available for winter call outs as required.
- Reliable with a positive attitude and employment record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Demonstrated communication skills with an ability to keep accurate written records.
- Able to perform a wide variety of duties including manual labour.

Department: INS-Infrastructure Services Department Division: INS-Roads and Traffic Division

Union Code: C.U.P.E. Local 68

Req Id: 1077

Job Code: 5130

Number of Openings: 1

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Kitchener)
🏢 City of Kitchener, ON
📍 Kitchener