Excavator Operator

AB
On-site
Posted Aug 26, 2026
1 position

$34–$45 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery to prepare ground for pipeline installation and performing routine equipment maintenance. They must ensure all work complies with safety regulations and ground disturbance protocols while following directions from the ground crew.

Job details

Excavator/Hoe Operator, Underground Construction Employer: GS Construction Business Address: 29211 Acheson Road, Acheson, AB T7X 6A8 Job Locations: The position requires travel to various locations in the Edmonton region (AB). The employer provides transportation when the job site is outside of the City of Edmonton. Wage: $35.00 to $45.00 / hour (based on experience; salary increases as per Company policy); performance bonus per company policy. Employment terms and conditions: Seasonal, Full-Time, 40 to 60 hours/week (weather-dependent), Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime Vacancies: 12 Benefits: Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) Job Requirements: Language: Basic English Education: Not required Experience: 2 years of related experience Area of work: Excavation, Ditching, Sloping, and banking, Material Handling Work Setting: Sewers and water mains, Underground construction, Large diameter pipeline construction, Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction Type of Equipment operated: Excavator/Hoe, Trencher (large or small) Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Dangerous, Dusty Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Overtime required, Attention to detail Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots Security and safety: Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements Duties: The Excavator Operator reports to the Foreman and will be responsible for preparing the ground for pipeline installation as required. Operate heavy equipment (excavator/hoe), including Hydraulic Excavator, Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks, Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, Secure special attachments to equipment, Perform minor repairs to equipment, Ensure the trench is excavated to the specific depth/grade, Place water, storm, and sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation, Observe the condition of the equipment and materials used to ensure it meets the company’s standards, Report any possible problems or defects, Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner, Follow directions of the ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement, and grading, Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment, Prepare accident reports, Know, understand, and ensure compliance with safety regulations, Ensure compliance with current ground disturbance regulations, Know and follow the company’s rules, policies, and procedures. Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, and Newcomers to Canada, are welcome to apply. Note: We appreciate every application we receive, but we can only contact the candidates who are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of related experience in excavation and heavy equipment operation. The role requires the ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment and the possession of steel-toed safety boots.