Excavator Operator

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.