Excavator Operator Position

Edmonton, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 23, 2026
1 position

$32–$40 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The operator will manage excavators for trenching, backfilling, and grading while installing underground infrastructure like water and sewer systems. They are responsible for safely navigating live utilities and ensuring all work complies with site plans and safety regulations.

Job details

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Inc. Position Type: Full-Time About the Role We’re looking for a skilled and safety-driven Excavator Operator with experience in underground construction. In this role, you’ll be responsible for precise excavation around live utilities and installation of underground infrastructure such as water, sewer, and storm systems. 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

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in civil or underground construction and possess a valid driver's license. A ground disturbance certification and the ability to interpret utility drawings and grade stakes are required.