Join a Growing Civil Construction Team in the Okanagan
TwinCon Enterprises Ltd. is an established civil construction company proudly based in Penticton, BC, specializing in earthworks, excavation, rock breaking, drilling and blasting, underground utilities, and subdivision development throughout the Okanagan and Western Canada.
With over 15 years of experience, a large fleet of heavy equipment, and a reputation built on quality workmanship, safety, and professionalism, TwinCon continues to grow. We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators who take pride in their work, operate with precision, and want to be part of a skilled team delivering high-quality civil construction projects.
At TwinCon, we believe our success is built by the people who operate our equipment and complete our projects. We provide a respectful, team-oriented work environment where skilled operators are valued, supported, and given opportunities to grow with the company.
Position Overview
We are looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our Penticton team. The successful candidate will have strong civil construction experience and the ability to safely and efficiently operate equipment while working collaboratively with supervisors, labourers, and other operators.
Operators will work on a variety of civil construction projects throughout the Okanagan Valley, including road construction, subdivision development, earthworks, and underground utility installation. Projects may include work in Penticton and surrounding communities, including regional projects such as Princeton and other Okanagan locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, and backhoes in a civil construction environment.
- Perform excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, stockpiling, loading, sloping, and finishing work.
- Read and interpret engineered drawings, plans, and grade specifications.
- Accurately cut lines and grades for sewer, water, storm, and conduit installations.
- Safely excavate around existing utilities, including gas, hydro, communication, and other buried infrastructure.
- Perform site preparation, road building, and general earthworks.
- Complete daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks.
- Maintain accurate daily records and communicate production updates, hazards, equipment concerns, and delays to supervisors.
- Work effectively with project teams to meet safety, quality, and production goals.
- Assist outside of the machine when required to support crew and project needs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5 years of civil construction experience operating heavy equipment.
- Proven experience operating excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, and/or backhoes.
- Strong understanding of civil construction practices, grades, and underground utilities.
- Experience with GPS machine control systems is considered an asset.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Strong safety record and commitment to safe work practices.
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable with a strong work ethic.
- Ability and willingness to work extended hours when required.
- Willingness to travel to surrounding areas for project work.
Compensation & Benefits
TwinCon Enterprises Ltd. offers competitive wages based on experience, qualifications, and equipment operating skills.
TwinCon provides:
- Full benefits package.
- Stable, full-time permanent employment with a growing company.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of challenging civil construction projects.
- Modern equipment fleet and a safety-focused work environment.
- A respectful, professional team that values skilled operators.
If you take pride in operating equipment safely and efficiently and want to build your career with a growing Okanagan civil construction company, we want to hear from you.
TwinCon Enterprises Ltd. thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
