Loader Operator - Civil Construction
The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to move, load, and stockpile materials on construction sites. They must also perform daily equipment inspections, basic maintenance, and assist with site preparation tasks.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Aug 5, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Loader Operator - Civil Construction Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Inc. Position Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Loader Operator to operate heavy equipment on construction sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely moving materials such as soil, gravel, and debris to support ongoing projects. Key Responsibilities Operate wheel loaders and other heavy equipment to move, load, and stockpile materials Load trucks and ensure proper weight distribution Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance (lubrication, fluid checks) Follow all safety procedures and site regulations Assist with grading, leveling, and site preparation Maintain clean and organized work areas Qualifications & Experience Previous experience operating loaders or heavy equipment Knowledge of construction site safety practices Ability to work long hours outdoors in various weather conditions Good coordination and attention to detail Valid driver’s license What We’re Looking For 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
The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to move, load, and stockpile materials on construction sites. They must also perform daily equipment inspections, basic maintenance, and assist with site preparation tasks.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous experience operating loaders or heavy equipment and possess a valid driver's license. A strong commitment to construction site safety practices and the ability to work long hours outdoors are required.
Benefits
• Extended health • Benefits package
Listed skills
- Problem solvingPreferred
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Loader operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction site safety
- Material handling
- Site preparation
- Grading
- Leveling
- Equipment maintenance
- Fluid checks
- Lubrication
- Truck loading
- Weight distribution
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Accountability
- BlackLine (Accounting Software)
- Safety Procedures
- Valid Driver's License
- Construction
- Heavy Equipment
- Construction Site Safety
- Soil Science
- Coordinating
- Grading (Landscape)
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Engineering
- Civil Construction Engineer
- Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
- Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
- Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week