Heavy equipment Jobs in North Bay, ON

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February 18, 2026 at 9:36 AM

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March 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Heavy Equipment Operator – Sewer & Water

JOB POSTING ID: 26E-14

With a population of approximately 53,000, North Bay is a beautiful, vibrant and diverse community nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake. Conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centres such as Toronto and Ottawa, North Bay is a progressive community well positioned for growth.

Join our team and create your future with the City of North Bay. Discover the Gateway to the North, where easy living is embraced.

Applications are invited for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator within the City of North Bay’s Water Wastewater Division. Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, Water & Wastewater, operates Heavy Equipment to complete all water distribution and waste water collection repairs. Performs the safe and efficient operation of wheeled or tracked excavators, mini excavators, loader/backhoe with bucket and hydraulic breaker when required to excavate, break frost/rock, hoist, load, compact, level and spread earth, gravel or other materials. Heavy equipment operators are also required to perform minor equipment maintenance and adjustments. Operators are responsible to read and understand utility locates and relevant sections of the OH&S Act as well as the Safe Drinking Water Act. Direct personnel to ensure their compliance and safety during excavations.

Qualifications:

• Must have Grade 12 Education or equivalent
• Must have three (3) years’ experience in the operation of an excavator and other various heavy equipment required in the water distribution and collection field
• Must be able to follow explicit directions.
• Must hold a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement
• Must have a good work, driver and operator record.
• Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Level 1 Certificate; or ability to obtain Ministry of Environment (MOE) Operator-in-training (OIT) certificate within probationary period (at own expense) and is required to achieve and hold Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection level I certification within three years of a valid OIT certificate. For more information, please visit
• Applicants will be subject to equipment operations assessment.
• Required to participate in On-Call Duty System and be available for emergency work after hours.

Hours of Work:

0730hrs to 1600hrs - Monday to Friday

Duration:

Permanent Full-Time

Environment:

Unionized

Hourly Rate:

$34.27/hr – Water/Wastewater Level I

$33.36/hr – Water/Wastewater OIT

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including an Employee Assistance Program, Health and Dental Benefits and Life, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance. The City of North Bay is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer. For more information on a defined pension plan benefit please visit