Join the Powerhouse Team at Canada Pump and Power – Now Hiring Dredge Operators!
Project-Based | Projects Spanning Across Various Provinces Throughout Canada
Long-Term Project Opportunities | Multiple Positions Available
Canada Pump and Power is growing, and we are looking for reliable, mechanically inclined Dredge Operators to support upcoming long-term projects across Canada.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical mindset, a solid work ethic, and the right attitude to learn specialized dredging operations. Previous heavy equipment or excavator experience is a strong asset, but what matters most is your willingness to learn, take direction, work safely, and show up ready to contribute every day.
At CPP, we provide company-specific training to help our operators understand our equipment, processes, safety expectations, and the way we get things done. We’re looking for people who take pride in their work, support their crew, and want to grow with the team.
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14/14 rotation
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12-hour shifts
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Day and night shifts may be required
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Rotation may vary or be extended based on project and client requirements
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Safely operate dredging equipment and related support equipment
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Monitor dredge performance, production, flow, and operating conditions
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Assist with setup, operation, maintenance, and demobilization of dredging systems
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Complete pre-use inspections, FLRAs, and required site documentation
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Communicate with supervisors, pump operators, and other crew members throughout the shift
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Identify hazards, equipment concerns, or changing site conditions and report them promptly
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Support basic maintenance, housekeeping, fueling, and operational checks
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Follow all company, client, and site-specific safety policies and procedures
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Work as part of a field crew to support pumping, dredging, and water management activities
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Be willing to learn new equipment, techniques, and site processes
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Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
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Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and reliable attendance
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Ability to take direction, ask questions, and work well with a crew
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Safety-focused mindset and willingness to follow site procedures
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Previous heavy equipment operating experience considered an asset
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Excavator operating experience considered a strong asset
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Experience working around pumps, water, slurry, tailings, ponds, lagoons, or civil/industrial projects considered an asset
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Ability to work in remote, industrial, and outdoor environments
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Ability to complete daily inspections, FLRAs, and field paperwork accurately
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Strong communication skills
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Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract preferred
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Reliable, flexible, and available for project-based work
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Willing to work long shifts, days or nights, with irregular breaks as required
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Construction Safety Training System (CSTS)
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WHMIS
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Common Safety Orientation (CSO) — link will be provided if required
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Wildlife Awareness — link will be provided if required
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Site-specific orientations — links will be provided as required
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Outdoor, hands-on work in active field environments
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Remote, industrial, municipal, and project-based work sites
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Wet, noisy, cold, and changing weather conditions
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Physically demanding work with real-world impact
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Close collaboration with supervisors, team members, clients, and contractors
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Competitive wage based on experience
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Project-based employment with long-term opportunities
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Company-specific dredge and equipment training provided
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Opportunity to build specialized skills in pumping, dredging, barging, and marine construction
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Opportunity to grow within the company
After 90 days of continuous employment:
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Dental care
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Extended health care
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Company-paid Child Sponsorship through Plan International
After 6 months:
After 1 year of continuous employment:
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Profit-sharing opportunities
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5 wellness days
If you’re mechanically inclined, hardworking, safety-minded, and ready to learn something specialized, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Powerhouse team at Canada Pump and Power!
