Mainline Excavator operator
BC Eco Industrial Services Okanagan Area
BC Eco Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Mainline Excavator Operator for a remote project located north of Terrace, British Columbia. This position is best suited to operators who are comfortable with extended rotations and remote work environments. Candidates with an RV or travel trailer are strongly preferred due to limited infrastructure at the project site.
As a Sutherland Group company, BC Eco values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients—we prioritize the safety, growth, and success of our team members and the communities we work in. Join us as we continue to elevate and innovate within the forestry industry.
Position Details
• Location: Remote project north of Terrace, BC
• Schedule: 30 days in / 10 days out
• Shift Length: 11–12 hour days
• Wage Rate: $43.00 per hour (project-specific rate)
• Living Out Allowance: $225 per day
• Meals: Three (3) meals per day provided
• Accommodation: Ideal for candidates with RV or travel trailer
Key Responsibilities
• Operate mainline excavators safely and efficiently in a remote project environment
• Perform trenching, ditching, grading, and material handling as required
• Work closely with ground crews, supervisors, and other equipment operators
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Maintain production while adhering to all safety and environmental standards
• Follow project plans, specifications, and supervisor direction
• Adapt to changing ground conditions, weather, and operational priorities
• Uphold BC Eco and Sutherland Group safety expectations at all times
Required Qualifications & Skills
• Proven experience operating mainline excavators on civil, pipeline, or heavy industrial projects
• Strong understanding of safe excavation practices and ground conditions
• Experience working in remote or rotational project environments
• Ability to work 11–12 hour shifts for extended rotations
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Strong safety record and commitment to safe work practices
• Physically capable of working long shifts in variable weather conditions
• RV or travel trailer strongly preferred due to remote site conditions
Sutherland Group Benefits
BC Eco Industrial Services is proud to be part of the Sutherland Group of Companies. All team members enjoy access to:
• Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%
• Extended Health Benefits through a cost-shared plan
• Confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Health & Safety Policies and Programs
Join the team if you feel this role is a good fit. We look forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance for your application.
Visit our website to learn more about The Sutherland Group.
Different perspectives build better teams. We are committed to fair, inclusive hiring and fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. BC Eco Industrial Services upholds ethical conduct, legal compliance, and fair employment practices in all operations.
About BC Eco Industrial Services
BC Eco Industrial Services is a broad-based forestry services provider with a strong focus on environmentally responsible and sustainable practices. For over 15 years, BC Eco has delivered mobile large-scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building and maintenance, and equipment rental services across British Columbia and Alberta.
A Sutherland Group Company
For nearly 30 years, The Sutherland Group of Companies has been an integrated network of heavy industry experts serving the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine sectors. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, training, and long-term growth opportunities.
The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and Indigenous Peoples.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.
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BC Eco Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Mainline Excavator Operator for a remote project located north of Terrace, British Columbia. This position is best suited to operators who are comfortable with extended rotations and remote work environments. Candidates with an RV or travel trailer are strongly preferred due to limited infrastructure at the project site.
As a Sutherland Group company, BC Eco values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients—we prioritize the safety, growth, and success of our team members and the communities we work in. Join us as we continue to elevate and innovate within the forestry industry.
Position Details
• Location: Remote project north of Terrace, BC
• Schedule: 30 days in / 10 days out
• Shift Length: 11–12 hour days
• Wage Rate: $43.00 per hour (project-specific rate)
• Living Out Allowance: $225 per day
• Meals: Three (3) meals per day provided
• Accommodation: Ideal for candidates with RV or travel trailer
Key Responsibilities
• Operate mainline excavators safely and efficiently in a remote project environment
• Perform trenching, ditching, grading, and material handling as required
• Work closely with ground crews, supervisors, and other equipment operators
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Maintain production while adhering to all safety and environmental standards
• Follow project plans, specifications, and supervisor direction
• Adapt to changing ground conditions, weather, and operational priorities
• Uphold BC Eco and Sutherland Group safety expectations at all times
Required Qualifications & Skills
• Proven experience operating mainline excavators on civil, pipeline, or heavy industrial projects
• Strong understanding of safe excavation practices and ground conditions
• Experience working in remote or rotational project environments
• Ability to work 11–12 hour shifts for extended rotations
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Strong safety record and commitment to safe work practices
• Physically capable of working long shifts in variable weather conditions
• RV or travel trailer strongly preferred due to remote site conditions
Sutherland Group Benefits
BC Eco Industrial Services is proud to be part of the Sutherland Group of Companies. All team members enjoy access to:
• Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%
• Extended Health Benefits through a cost-shared plan
• Confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Health & Safety Policies and Programs
Join the team if you feel this role is a good fit. We look forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance for your application.
Visit our website to learn more about The Sutherland Group.
Different perspectives build better teams. We are committed to fair, inclusive hiring and fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. BC Eco Industrial Services upholds ethical conduct, legal compliance, and fair employment practices in all operations.
About BC Eco Industrial Services
BC Eco Industrial Services is a broad-based forestry services provider with a strong focus on environmentally responsible and sustainable practices. For over 15 years, BC Eco has delivered mobile large-scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building and maintenance, and equipment rental services across British Columbia and Alberta.
A Sutherland Group Company
For nearly 30 years, The Sutherland Group of Companies has been an integrated network of heavy industry experts serving the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine sectors. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, training, and long-term growth opportunities.
The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and Indigenous Peoples.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.
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