Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Lynn Lake, MB

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Typically 12 hour shifts, 21 & 5 rotation

Wage: $50 - $60 /hour dependent on experience

Start Date: Immediately

Position Overview

Barrier Group Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team for upcoming industrial and construction projects.

The successful candidate will have experience safely operating heavy equipment in active construction or industrial environments. We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused operator who can work effectively as part of a crew and adapt to changing site conditions.

Equipment Experience

Experience operating one or more of the following is an asset:

- Excavator
- Dozer
- Grader
- Rock Truck

Responsibilities

- Safely operate heavy equipment in accordance with manufacturer and site requirements.
- Complete daily pre-use inspections and report equipment deficiencies.
- Perform excavation, grading, material handling, loading, backfilling, and other tasks as required.
- Work safely around personnel, vehicles, utilities, and other equipment.
- Follow site-specific procedures, safe work practices, and supervisor direction.
- Maintain equipment in a clean and safe operating condition.




- Assist with general site activities when equipment operation is not required.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, hazard assessments, and other safety requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Previous heavy equipment operating experience required.
- Experience in industrial, pipeline, oil & gas, or civil construction.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and reliable transportation.
- Ability to provide a current driver’s abstract.
- Ability to pass project/site-specific requirements.
- Strong understanding of safe equipment operation and ground disturbance practices.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and work extended shifts when required.

Safety certifications required:

- CSTS 2020
- Ground Disturbance Level II
- WHMIS
- First Aid
- NORM Advanced certification considered an asset
- Equipment-specific competency certifications considered an asset

What We Offer

- Competitive wages based on experience.
- LOA / Camp accommodations
- Opportunity to work on industrial and construction projects throughout Canada.
- Safety-focused work environment.

Pay: $40.00-$60.00 per hour

Perks

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Lynn Lake)
🏢 Barrier Group
📍 Lynn Lake