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Excavator operator needed in Canada by SK trucking Ltd
Excavator Operator Job Description
An Excavator Operator is responsible for operating excavators and other heavy equipment to perform digging, trenching, grading, demolition, lifting, and material handling tasks on construction, mining, and infrastructure projects. They read site plans, position equipment accurately, and carry out excavation work according to project specifications while ensuring safety and efficiency. Excavator Operators inspect equipment before and after use, perform routine maintenance checks, report mechanical issues, and follow workplace safety regulations. They work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and other construction workers to complete projects on schedule while minimizing risks and maintaining high-quality standards.
Main Responsibilities:
- Operate excavators safely for digging, trenching, grading, and demolition.
- Read site plans and follow project specifications.
- Inspect equipment before and after operation.
- Perform routine maintenance and report mechanical problems.
- Load, move, and place soil, rocks, and construction materials.
- Work with site supervisors and construction crews to complete tasks efficiently.
- Maintain accurate equipment operation records when required.
- Follow workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Important Skills:
A successful Excavator Operator should have excellent heavy equipment operating skills, knowledge of excavation techniques, strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to read site plans and construction drawings. Good communication and teamwork skills, time management, mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to workplace safety are also essential for operating equipment safely and completing projects efficiently.
Job details
Location: Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A0
Work location: On site
Salary: 30.00 to 45.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 80 hours per week
Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
Work schedule: Early morning, Morning, Day
Start date: Starts as soon as possible
Vacancies: 2 vacancies
Source: Job Bank #3610650
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- Hot
Work setting
- Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to plan methods or sequences of operation
- Operate heavy equipment
- Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
- Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Ground Disturbance – Level 1 program
- Ground Disturbance – Level II program
Experience and specialization
Type of heavy equipment operated
- Backhoe excavator, loader
Area of work experience
- Excavation
- Land clearing
Type of industry experience
- Oil and Gas Well Sites
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Safety vest
- Gloves
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By Direct Apply Help – Applying by Direct Apply
Additional ways to apply
By email
sktruckingresume@gmail.com
What you must include in your application:
- Answers to the following screening questions:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Advertised until
2026-07-13
