Capital Planning & Operations is a team of approximately 160 employees that take tremendous pride in the campus and deliver exceptional service that supports the University of New Brunswicks mission vision and values. You will be a part of a motivated team of professionals who are always striving to make our campus a safe sustainable accessible and welcoming environment for students faculty staff and community.
WHAT WE OFFER
Full-Time Continuing Fredericton On-Campus
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30AM - 4:00PM 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $26.75 per hour
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the Operations Foreperson this position of Equipment Operator is skilled work in the operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment vehicles employed in Buildings and Grounds maintenance.
- Operate heavy & light equipment such as: front-end loaders backhoes three-ton trucks one-ton trucks half-ton trucks tractors and Trackless MTs along with all associated attachments.
- Operate heavy equipment safely on varied terrain situations and weather.
- Work in or out of doors under varying conditions at heights or in confined spaces.
- Attach and remove accessories for vehicles. Perform driver maintenance tasks such as: conduct pre-operational checks clean lubricate and refill the equipment as necessary.
- Responsible for the secure and efficient operation care and preservation of assigned tools/equipment and the performance of minor maintenance repairs.
- Operate vehicles delivering a variety of materials to various buildings on Campus.
- Plow and remove snow from streets walks parking lots and other areas as directed. Salt and sand as required.
- Mow and rake lawns sweep streets and sidewalks prune trees and shrubs and other general grounds maintenance duties.
- Load trucks with loader backhoe or tractor. Excavate with a mechanical shovel or backhoe.
- Responsible for the application of safety precautions as may be required to ensure minimum hazard to self and others.
- Deliver and set up furniture.
- Perform other related duties as required.
WHAT YOU BRING
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess a current valid class 5 drivers license with air brake endorsement.
- 3 years or more diversified experience in operating equipment. Applicants may be tested on their ability to operate equipment.
Additional Strengths
- Must have the physical capacity to carry out the functions of the position including the ability to lift heavy objects work from ladders at heights or in cramped quarters.
- Must be willing and able to work overtime as required. A telephone is necessary for call-outs in the event of inclement weather and emergencies.
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University of New Brunswick
The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3200 full- and part-time staff including faculty support staff and students.
UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2026.
UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mikmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.
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WHY CHOOSE UNB
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees including a full pension a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and dental life and health insurance.
UNIFOR Local 4504: GENERAL LABOUR AND TRADES AND ALLIED SERVICES & AUDIO VISUAL GROUP (GLTA)
This position is part of the UNIFOR Local 4504 employee group and falls under the GLTA Collective Agreement.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals including women visible minorities Aboriginal persons persons with disabilities persons of any sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
We thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Equipment Operator (Fredericton)
🏢 University of New Brunswick
📍 Fredericton
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