Skid Steer Operator – Telecom Construction

Red Deer, AB
On-site
Posted Aug 13, 2026
1 position

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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

Operate skid steer equipment to support HDD and telecom installations while managing spoil handling and site cleanup. Coordinate effectively with drillers, locators, and site supervisors to ensure productive and safe site operations.

Job details

About the Role GCS Group is a telecom infrastructure contractor operating out of Red Deer, AB. We run active HDD crews on fibre and utility projects and we need an Intermediate Skid Steer Operator who can work efficiently within a busy construction environment. At this level, we expect you to bring real experience to the machine and real value to the crew. Role Overview You'll be running a skid steer as a core part of our HDD telecom operations — not just moving material, but making smart, safe decisions that keep the whole site productive. You'll work closely with drillers, locators, and site supervisors and be expected to anticipate needs and operate with confidence. Key Duties Efficiently operate skid steer equipment in support of HDD and telecom installations Perform precision work in tight urban and suburban job site conditions Manage spoil handling, grading, and surface cleanup throughout the project lifecycle Load, move, and stage materials to support drill and pulling operations Complete daily equipment pre-checks and report any mechanical concerns Coordinate work activities with other trades and crew members on site Qualifications Valid, current certification is mandatory and must be confirmed before hire Demonstrated experience operating skid steers in a construction or utility environment Experience on telecom, HDD, or underground utility projects strongly preferred Good spatial awareness and judgment in tight site conditions Valid driver's licence What We Offer Above-average hours on consistent, long-term project work Pay commensurate with experience and performance Company benefits Performance-based Christmas bonus for contributors who go above and beyond Full LOA and accommodations for employees commuting from more than 100 km REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS A valid Class 5 driver’s license & clean drivers abstract CSTS 2020 certification required Ground Disturbance Level 2 required GCS Group rewards operators who know their machine and bring a professional attitude to every site. If that's you, we'd like to meet you. Apply now.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires valid skid steer certification, a Class 5 driver's license, CSTS 2020, and Ground Disturbance Level 2 certification. Demonstrated experience in construction or utility environments is mandatory.