Heavy Equipment Operators - 12hr days, 7x7, up to $43.22/hour

About Us

Escape the ordinary and embrace a rewarding career with Conuma Resources! Located in the stunning landscapes of Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd, British Columbia, we are a leading Canadian producer and exporter of metallurgical coal, at the heart of the global steel industry. Our three surface mines, Brule, Willow Creek, and Wolverine, position us as key players in serving customers across South America, Europe, and Asia.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate rigid-frame haul trucks to transport overburden, waste rock, and coal from the mine, and perform other tasks as required; or
• Operate tracked dozers to efficiently manage dumps, move coal, and perform other tasks as required; or
• Operate graders to level and maintain mine haul roads and perform other tasks as required; or
• Operate excavators to efficiently clean and move coal, load trucks, and perform other tasks; or
• Operate shovels to efficiently load trucks with coal and waste, and perform other tasks as required; or
• Operate loaders efficiently in surface coal mining environment, and perform other tasks as required.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner, perform pre-trip checks and complete FLHA's on a regular basis.
• Ensure adherence to Conuma's workplace policies and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and report risks, near misses and incidents with the goal of supporting and developing Conuma’s excellent safety standards.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Some high school, college or industry courses in heavy equipment operating combined with on-the-job training, or equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver's License 
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an open pit mining environment operating at least one of the following:Haul Truck: Operating Komatsu 830E, 1500, Caterpillar 785, 789, 793 haul trucks or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources; orDozer: Operating Caterpillar D10T, D11T tracked dozers, or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources;  orGrader: Operating Caterpillar 14H, 16H, 16M, 24M graders or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources; orExcavator:  Operating Caterpillar 385, 390, 6015B, Hitachi 850, 870, 1200, or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources; orShovel: Operating Komatsu PC2000, PC4000, PC7000, Hitachi EX1900, EX3600, EX5500, EX5600, EX8000, or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources; orLoader: Operating Caterpillar 988, 992, Letourneau 1350, or similar equipment. The similarity will be determined by Conuma Resources; orAny combination of the above equipment.

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Must be able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.
• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Physically fit with the ability to perform physical labour often at heights.
• Proven safety and attendance record.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with peers, trainees, and leadership.
• First Aid/Mine Rescue Training is considered an asset.

Wage and Benefits

Conuma Resources is proud to offer industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Hourly rates for our qualified Heavy Equipment Operators range from $38.86 to $43.22 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among several other perks! 

Employee Transportation  

Employee bus transportation is available from: 

• Tumbler Ridge to our Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine
• Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine
• Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine
• Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine

Pre-Employment Testing

Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

Come Home to Conuma

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

Please be advised that Conuma Resources does not offer camp accommodations or Fly-In Fly-Out opportunities. Conuma believes in supporting our local communities by promoting them as a place for our employees to call home.