Bulk Excavator Operator

Job summary

Operate large excavators to perform bulk excavation, mass grading, and site stripping on civil construction projects. Coordinate with haul crews, track production totals, and ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with site plans.

Job details

Location: Waterloo Region About Us Kieswetter Excavating Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy civil contracting company based in St. Clements, Ontario. For nearly 100 years we've built our reputation on excavating, site grading, site servicing, sewer and watermain installation, earthwork, concrete, demolition, and aggregates. We're looking for an experienced Bulk Excavator Operator to join our growing team. Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Bulk Excavator Operator with strong bulk excavation and earth moving experience to join our heavy civil construction crew. The ideal candidate is comfortable working from cut/fill plans, understands grade and slope requirements, and can consistently hit daily production targets without sacrificing quality or safety. Key Responsibilities Operate large excavators to perform bulk excavation, mass grading, and site stripping on civil construction projects. Read and work accurately from cut and fill drawings and grade stakes. Track and communicate daily production totals to supervisors and estimating staff. Load trucks efficiently, coordinate with haul crews, and manage material movement to maximize productivity. Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks. Identify and report underground utility conflicts, unstable ground conditions, or other site hazards. Work safely and cooperatively alongside labourers, surveyors, and other equipment operators. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with Kieswetter's health and safety program. Qualifications Minimum 3–5 years of experience operating a bulk/production excavator on heavy civil or earth moving projects. Demonstrated experience with cut/fill work, grading to design elevations, and mass excavation. Strong understanding of production rates and ability to consistently meet daily targets. Comfortable working from plans, grade stakes, and GPS/machine control systems (an asset). Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to equipment care. Reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Team player with solid communication skills. What We Offer Competitive wages based on experience. Steady, year-round work with a well-established heavy civil contractor. Modern, well-maintained equipment fleet. Supportive, safety-focused team culture. Opportunities for growth within a fourth-generation family company.

What you’ll do

Operate large excavators to perform bulk excavation, mass grading, and site stripping on civil construction projects. Coordinate with haul crews, track production totals, and ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with site plans.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of experience operating bulk excavators on heavy civil or earth moving projects. Candidates must be able to read cut/fill drawings and demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Steady year-round work
• Modern equipment fleet
• Supportive team culture
• Opportunities for growth

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Bulk excavation
• Mass grading
• Site stripping
• Reading cut and fill drawings
• Grade stake interpretation
• Equipment maintenance
• GPS machine control
• Heavy civil construction
• Safety compliance
• Material movement
• Truck loading
• Utility conflict identification
• Mechanical aptitude
• Production tracking

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Manufacturing

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