Camp Based Heavy Equip Operators
$28 - $44 per hourLake Excavating Ltd.
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators Camp-Based Mining Construction Opportunity - Wells, BC
Immediate Openings
| Dozer
- Excavator
- Grader
- Haul Truck
- Compactor (Packer) Operators
Looking for steady camp work? We want to hear from you.
Lake Excavating Ltd. is actively hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for our mining construction project at Barkerville Gold Mine near Wells, BC.
This is an excellent opportunity for operators who enjoy working in a camp environment and are looking for steady, long-term employment with a well-established company.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Premium Camp Accommodations
- Private bedroom
- Private washroom
- Excellent meals provided daily
- Modern camp facilities
- New Fitness centre with modern equipment
- Transportation provided between camp and the project site
Competitive Compensation
- $28.00 - $44.00 per hour (based on experience)
- Daily overtime after 8 hours
- $ Daily per diem
- Comprehensive Extended Health & Dental Benefits
Long-Term Career Opportunities
We have ongoing work throughout British Columbia's mining industry, including projects at:
- Barkerville Gold Mine
- Gibraltar Mine
- Mount Polley Mine
Successful candidates will have opportunities to advance and work on future mining and civil construction projects within the Cariboo region, of BC.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking operators with experience in:
- Earthworks | Mining | Road Construction | Civil Construction
Experience operating one or more of the following is required:
- Dozers | Excavators | Graders | Haul Trucks | Compactors (Packers)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be legally eligible to work in Canada (preference given to candidates residing in BC and Alberta)
- Successfully pass a mandatory pre-access drug screening
- Hold a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean Driver's Abstract
- Reliable transportation to and from Wells, BC (camp-to-site transportation is provided)
- Be physically capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Have a stable employment history within mining, civil construction, or industrial projects
Job Expectations
Successful Candidates Will
- Operate heavy equipment safely, efficiently, and productively
- Perform daily pre-operational (360°) equipment inspections
- Complete routine servicing including fueling, greasing, cleaning, and track maintenance
- Assist with general labour duties when required
- Work safely around other equipment, personnel, and infrastructure
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and complete all required inspection and maintenance logs
- Comply with Client/Company policies/procedures, WorkSafeBC, and the BC Mines Act
- Work collaboratively with Supervisors and fellow crew members
- Participate in ongoing training and skill development
Work Schedule
- Camp-based position
- 14 days on / 7 days off (other schedules may be arranged)
- 11-hour shifts
- Rotating Day and Night Shifts
- Flexibility to accommodate schedule changes resulting from weather, operational, or client requirements
About Lake Excavating Ltd.
Founded in 1964 , Lake Excavating Ltd. has earned a reputation as one of Western Canada's leading heavy civil contractors. Our teams build and maintain major mining infrastructure, including tailings storage facilities, dam raises, mine infrastructure, roads, and large-scale earthworks in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. We invest in quality people, and a strong safety culture, providing employees with stable work, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to build a long-term career in the mining industry.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator looking for a high-quality camp, steady work, competitive wages, and long-term career opportunities , we'd like to hear from you.
Please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button below.
Lake Excavating Ltd. welcomes all qualified candidates and is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To learn more about us, please visit our website at
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