excavator operator
Operate and maintain heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders for various construction tasks. Responsibilities include conducting pre-operational checks, performing minor repairs, and utilizing GPS navigation for precise site work.
- On-site
- Mississauga, ON
- Posted Jul 9, 2026
- Apply by Sep 4, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma 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 Extremely cold Work setting Various locations Willing to relocate Responsibilities Tasks Operate heavy equipment Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks Measure distance, volume, length and weight Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment Secure special attachments to equipment Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Perform minor repairs to equipment Operate hydraulic pumping systems Experience and specialization Type of heavy equipment operated Caterpillar (CAT) controls Bulldozer, large or small Operate forklift Front end loader Bobcats Area of work experience Demolition Excavation Land clearing Landscaping Material handling Sloping and banking Sub-grade excavating Trenching Type of industry experience Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction Residential construction Additional information Transportation/travel information Own vehicle Willing to travel regularly Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Attention to detail Fast-paced environment Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Safety glasses/goggles Safety vest Gloves Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Support for youths Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Support for Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
What you’ll do
Operate and maintain heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders for various construction tasks. Responsibilities include conducting pre-operational checks, performing minor repairs, and utilizing GPS navigation for precise site work.
Requirements
Requires 2 to 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in industrial, commercial, or residential construction. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, own a vehicle, and have the necessary safety gear.
Benefits
• Mentorship programs for newcomers and refugees • Mentorship, coaching and networking opportunities for youth • Mentorship, coaching and networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Listed skills
- Forklift operationPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Caterpillar (CAT) Controls
- Bulldozer Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Front End Loader Operation
- Bobcat Operation
- GPS Navigation
- Hydraulic Pumping Systems
- Equipment Maintenance
- Demolition
- Excavation
- Land Clearing
- Landscaping
- Trenching
- Sub-grade Excavating
- Material Handling
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 4, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level