Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation.
• Safely expose existing underground utilities.
• Work around live gas, electrical, water, and telecom lines.
• Follow grade stakes, trench depths, and site plans with precision.
• Coordinate closely with pipe layers, labourers, and supervisors.
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and routine equipment maintenance.
• Maintain trench safety in compliance with regulations (shoring, sloping, benching).
• Ensure all work is performed according to safety standards and project specs.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of excavator experience in underground or civil construction.
• Proven experience working around live utilities.
• Strong understanding of trenching and excavation safety practices.
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, and utility drawings.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ground disturbance certification.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of municipal underground infrastructure installation.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field.
• High accountability.
• Team-first mindset with a focus on execution.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Extended health and benefits package.
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division.
• Strong pipeline of work across Alberta.