ExcavatorDozer Operator

We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to support a variety of construction civil mining earthworks excavation and reclamation projects. This role requires the safe and efficient operation of dozers mini excavators and other heavy equipment to complete grading trenching road maintenance site preparation excavation and material movement activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with supervisors survey crews spotters and ground personnel to ensure projects are completed safely accurately and on schedule while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

• Operate dozers and mini excavators to perform excavation trenching grading backfilling site preparation and earthmoving activities.
  
• Push overburden soil sand muskeg and other materials while maintaining grade and slope requirements.
  
• Construct maintain and repair haul roads access roads work pads lease sites and laydown areas.
  
• Read and follow grade stakes survey markings project drawings laser systems and GPS machine control when applicable.
  
• Safely excavate around underground utilities and follow all ground disturbance procedures.
  
• Maintain safe trench conditions through proper sloping benching shoring and excavation practices.
  
• Rip frost hardpan and other difficult ground conditions as required by project demands.
  
• Load move stockpile and place materials spoil and debris throughout the work area.
  
• Support reclamation environmental and land restoration projects including topsoil placement and contouring.
  
• Conduct daily equipment inspections walkarounds and routine maintenance activities including greasing and fluid checks.
  
• Report equipment deficiencies hazards incidents and near misses promptly.
  
• Participate in daily safety meetings hazard assessments toolbox talks and other site safety initiatives.
  

• Experience operating dozers mini excavators or other heavy equipment in construction mining civil earthworks utility or reclamation environments.
  
• Proven ability to trench excavate grade and maintain slopes with minimal supervision.
  
• Strong understanding of excavation trenching grading and earthmoving techniques.
  
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment vehicle traffic utilities and active construction operations.
  
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
  
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and safety standards.
  
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
  
• Ability to meet project-specific site access requirements including required testing and orientations.
  
• CSA-approved safety footwear and standard personal protective equipment (PPE).
  

• Ground Disturbance certification or equivalent.
  
• Construction safety training certification.
  
• Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
  
• GPS machine control experience.
  
• Experience operating large production dozers and additional heavy equipment.
  
• Previous experience on mining civil infrastructure utility installation reclamation or large-scale earthworks projects.
  
• Experience working around underground utilities and buried infrastructure
  

• Outdoor work on active construction mining earthworks excavation utility and reclamation projects.
  
• Physically demanding work involving climbing standing walking on uneven terrain bending lifting and prolonged equipment operation.
  
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and challenging ground environments throughout the year.
  
• Work may involve rotational schedules extended shifts day or night work and camp-based or local projects depending on operational requirements.
  
• Strong safety-focused work environment with regular hazard assessments safety meetings and ongoing compliance with company and site safety standards.