Equipment Operators for hire in Red Deer, AB
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Most popular skills
Heavy Equipment Operation7%Leadership5%Communication Skills5%Education level
High school diploma or GED56%Vocational or technical training34%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
6-10 years60%Less than a year10%1-2 years10%Current company
Ledcor
Keyera Corp
Morgan Construction & Environmental Ltd
Time at current job
Less than a year67%1-2 years17%More than 5 years17%
Browse Indeed's database of 4,855 profiles for Equipment Operators in Red Deer, AB
Last updated: Oct. 22, 2026
Equipment Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Red Deer, AB: $69,184 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $55,172 – $86,754 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
WHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsFirst Aid CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationCPRCPR Certification+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLoader OperationHeavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceSkid Steer LoaderDozerHeavy Equipment Operator
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
AED CertificationClass 5 LicenceFirst Aid CertificationCPRCPR CertificationDriving Licence+3 moreSkills
LeadershipFront-End LoadersExcavatorHeavy Equipment OperationExcavation and Earth Moving Equipment Operation ExperienceLoader OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsCraneDrivingExcavatorRiggingBoom TruckSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLow VoltageHeavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceBackhoe OperationMechanical KnowledgeEquipment Operator/Water Truck Operator
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftTDG CertificationWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsOil & GasFirst Aid Certification+3 moreSkills
MaintenanceTankerWater TruckHeavy Equipment OperationExcavatorExcavation and Earth Moving Equipment Operation ExperienceShipping & Receiving
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsClass 5 LicenceWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationHarm Reduction+3 moreSkills
Heavy Equipment OperationCraneRoutine Maintenance InspectionsEnergy Control ProceduresHazardous Energy ControlHazard AnalysisCoil Tubing Operator- Essential Well Control
Red Deer, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
TDG CertificationAED CertificationWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsFirst Aid CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System Certification+5 moreSkills
Heavy Equipment OperationWorkplace Safety PoliciesForkliftHeavy Goods Vehicle Driving ExperienceClass 1 LicenceProfessional Driving Experience
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What's the average time to fill an equipment operator role?
The average time to fill an equipment operator role is 72 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do equipment operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an equipment operator include: heavy equipment operation, leadership and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for equipment operators?
Common licenses or certifications for equipment operators include: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems, WHMIS Certification and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to equipment operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to equipment operators include: heavy equipment operator, equipment operator/water truck operator and coil tubing operator- essential well control.
What level of education is common for an equipment operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an equipment operator in Red Deer, AB, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an equipment operator?
Most equipment operators have 6 years of professional experience.
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