Equipment Operator 1 Job Type
Technologists / Technicians
Organization
Kneehill County
Closing date
Oct 9, 2026
Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, this road construction position is responsible for providing heavy equipment operations throughout all areas in Kneehill County.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES a. Key Responsibilities Operates heavy equipment in various areas throughout the County
Responsible to move, compact, spread and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials during maintenance, dust control and road construction related activities. May also relate to other activities such as snow removal, sanding and utility infrastructure maintenance or construction.
Responsible for conducting pre-operational checks on equipment as well as to clean, lubricate and refill equipment
Rotates through on-call schedule as scheduled
Provides project records or other inspection reports as requested.
b. Decision Making and Accountability This position requires the ability to work independently, yet cooperatively in meeting the road maintenance and construction requirements of the region.
Position requires thorough knowledge and practice of safe work skills and related to heavy equipment operations.
c.



Administrative Responsibility This position works under the direction of the Road Supervisors but works cooperatively with the Shop supervisor and other mechanic colleagues in the required maintenance schedule of heavy equipment.
d. Contact Demonstrates a positive customer service philosophy and excellent communication skills.
e. Working Conditions Position typically works throughout various locations within Kneehill County.
Exposure to outside elements in all types of weather conditions
Some risk of injury when working with heavy equipment and power tools
Position requires physical strength and stamina and the ability lift items weighing over 50 lbs
f. Safety Follow the guidelines, assigned responsibilities, and accountabilities as outlined in the Health & Safety Program Manual.
Participates in safety training as related to the position, or within the County’s standards or expectations.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Heavy equipment operation training in combination with on-the-job training
Valid Class 3 Alberta Operators License; working towards Class 1
Able to effectively meet the physical demands with this position
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Demonstrated protected working skills and a proven record of safe work practices
Quality customer relations, communication, and interpersonal skills
Positive customer service philosophy.
Positive attitude.
Salary range $65,023 - $79,970 a year.

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📌 Equipment Operator 1 (Alberta)
🏢 Kneehill County
📍 Alberta