excavator operator
The operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment, specifically backhoe excavators and loaders. Tasks include site remediation and resource usage studies in outdoor, dusty environments.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Jul 28, 2026
- Apply by Aug 27, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Outdoors Dusty Responsibilities Tasks Operate heavy equipment Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate Ground Disturbance - Level II program Experience and specialization Resource usage and environmental studies Site remediation Type of heavy equipment operated Backhoe excavator, loader Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence
What you’ll do
The operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment, specifically backhoe excavators and loaders. Tasks include site remediation and resource usage studies in outdoor, dusty environments.
Requirements
Candidates must have 2 to 3 years of experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Required certifications include Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification, WHMIS, CPR, First Aid, CSTS, TDG, and Ground Disturbance Level II.
Other relevant skills
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- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Backhoe Excavator Operation
- Loader Operation
- Site Remediation
- Resource Usage
- Environmental Studies
- Ground Disturbance
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 27, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
