Mainline Excavator Operator

Mainline Excavator Operator

Company: Infracon Group of Companies
Location: PrinceRupert BC
Type: Full-Time / Project-Based
Wage Range: $37.00 $41.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking experienced Mainline Excavator Operators for an upcoming municipal sewer and waterinfrastructure project in Prince Rupert BC.

We are looking to connect with skilled excavator operators who have strong mainline experience and can support safe accurate and efficient excavation for sewer water storm drainage manholes trenching grading and related infrastructure work.

This role is best suited for an experienced excavator operator with a strong background in municipal and civil construction including mainline trenching working with pipe crews operating with GPS machine control working to grade and using attachments such as rock hammers where required.

A specific need for this role is experience operating excavators with GPS control systems and experience using rock hammers in civil construction environments. Candidates with both GPS machine control experience and rock hammer experience will be strongly preferred.

The successful candidate will work closely with Pipe Foremen pipe layers labourers surveyors inspectors truck drivers and project teams to ensure excavation and pipe support work is completed safely efficiently and to project specifications. We are looking for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship understands the importance of safe trenching and production and can operate confidently in active municipal construction environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mainline Excavator Operator who enjoys infrastructure work and wants to be part of a team delivering important civil projects across Western Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Mainline Excavator Operation

• Operate excavators safely and efficiently to support municipal infrastructure and civil construction activities
• Excavate mainline trenches for sanitary sewer storm sewer watermain drainage culverts and related underground utilities
• Work closely with pipe crews to support pipe installation bedding trench preparation backfill and compaction activities
• Excavate around existing utilities tie-ins manholes catch basins valves hydrants services and other infrastructure
• Support installation of manholes catch basins culverts drainage structures and related civil infrastructure
• Load trucks place material clean up work areas and support production as required
• Maintain strong situational awareness when operating around workers on foot utilities traffic shoring slopes and other equipment

GPS Grade & Precision Work

• Operate excavators using GPS machine control systems to support accurate excavation grading trenching and material placement
• Use GPS control to support efficient production accurate cuts reduced rework and improved grade control
• Work to grade using GPS stakes hubs offsets pipe lasers plans profiles and direction from supervisors or surveyors
• Support accurate trench depth slope bedding preparation utility alignment and finish elevations
• Perform detailed excavation and grading around municipal infrastructure and active work areas
• Identify grade conflicts design concerns utility conflicts or constructability issues and communicate them promptly
• Support efficient sequencing of work to reduce rework and keep the project moving

Rock Hammer & Attachment Use

• Operate excavator attachments including rock hammers safely and effectively where required
• Break rock concrete asphalt frozen ground or other hard materials as directed
• Use rock hammers and attachments in a controlled manner around utilities structures trenches traffic workers and equipment

• Inspect attachments and report wear damage hydraulic issues or maintenance concerns promptly
• Follow safe work practices when using rock hammers or other high-impact attachments
• Coordinate with supervisors and ground crews to manage exclusion zones noise vibration flying debris underground utility risks and related hazards

Municipal Underground Utility Support

• Support sewer water storm drainage and municipal utility installation activities
• Work safely in and around trenches excavations shoring systems existing utilities and active roadwork environments
• Coordinate closely with Pipe Foremen pipe layers surveyors inspectors labourers and truck drivers
• Assist with utility crossings live services tie-ins and congested municipal work areas
• Support preparation for inspections testing backfill road grading curb and gutter sidewalk and surface restoration
• Help ensure excavation work supports accurate pipe installation and overall project quality

Civil Construction Support

• Support road construction grading curb and gutter preparation sidewalk preparation drainage surface restoration and general municipal infrastructure work
• Assist with site preparation stripping ditching sloping grading material placement and cleanup
• Work safely and productively around active equipment haul trucks traffic control and public-facing work zones
• Adapt to changing project requirements site conditions weather ground conditions and operational priorities
• Represent the Infracon Group of Companies professionally on project sites

Equipment Care & Maintenance

• Complete daily equipment inspections and pre-use checks
• Report equipment deficiencies damage maintenance issues attachment concerns or safety concerns promptly
• Maintain equipment and attachments in a clean safe and work-ready condition
• Follow proper start-up shut-down fueling parking and maintenance procedures

• Monitor equipment performance throughout the shift and report concerns early
• Operate equipment within safe working limits and manufacturer guidelines

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company client and project safety policies procedures and safe work practices
• Participate in daily safety meetings toolbox talks field-level hazard assessments inspections and site orientations
• Maintain strong awareness around trenches excavations heavy equipment traffic utilities shoring slopes overhead hazards and changing site conditions
• Use required personal protective equipment at all times
• Follow site-specific traffic management excavation trenching shoring utility and equipment operation requirements
• Identify and report hazards incidents near misses unsafe conditions utility concerns and environmental issues
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe production quality teamwork and professional conduct

What You Bring

• Strong mainline excavator operating experience on municipal infrastructure civil construction or underground utility projects
• Experience supporting sewer water storm drainage manhole culvert trenching and civil utility installation work
• GPS machine control experience is strongly preferred and considered a key asset for this role
• Rock hammer experience is strongly preferred and considered a key asset for this role
• Ability to safely use rock hammers and excavator attachments in active civil construction environments
• Strong grade awareness and ability to work accurately with GPS grade stakes offsets plans profiles and field direction
• Ability to work safely and productively around pipe crews labourers surveyors inspectors trucks shoring systems and workers on foot
• Experience working in active municipal construction environments including roadworks traffic control areas existing utilities and public-facing work zones
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a coordinated civil construction crew
• Reliable punctual and willing to travel for project-based work

• Safety-focused attitude with pride in quality workmanship and accurate excavation

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Mainline Excavator Operator Excavator Operator or Heavy Equipment Operator in municipal or civil construction is required
• Experience in municipal infrastructure civil construction sewer and water storm systems drainage roadworks utilities or earthworks is strongly preferred
• Experience operating excavators with GPS machine control is strongly preferred
• Experience operating excavators with rock hammer attachments is strongly preferred
• Experience working with pipe crews grade stakes pipe lasers levels slopes offsets and utility alignments is considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 drivers licence and reliable transportation are preferred
• Ground Disturbance CSTS WHMIS First Aid Confined Space or other safety certifications are considered assets depending on project requirements
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
• Ability to travel to project locations throughout Western Canada as required
• Must be eligible to work in Canada
• Drug and alcohol testing may be required depending on client site or project requirements

Working Conditions

• Project-based work in various locations throughout Western Canada
• Potential project areas may include Hope 100 Mile House Merritt Dawson Creek Kamloops Terrace and surrounding regions
• Work will primarily support municipal infrastructure civil construction roadwork underground utility drainage and earthworks projects
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions including heat cold rain snow dust mud and uneven terrain
• Exposure to active equipment traffic noise trenches excavations utilities shoring slopes rock hammer operations tools and changing site conditions
• Physically active construction environment requiring strong situational awareness and safe equipment operation
• Shift schedules rotations overtime and travel requirements may vary by project
• Living out allowance travel or other project-specific arrangements may apply depending on location and project terms

Compensation & Benefits

• Wage range of $37.00 $41.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available
• Benefits and applicable company programs may be available based on employment status and eligibility
• Project-specific compensation terms travel LOA rotation or accommodation details may vary by assignment
• Opportunity to support municipal infrastructure underground utility and civil construction projects across Western Canada

What Success Looks Like

• Mainline excavation trenching grading and utility support work is completed safely accurately and efficiently
• GPS grade information stakes offsets and field direction are used effectively to support accurate excavation
• Rock hammer and attachment work is completed safely and with proper control of hazards
• Pipe crews foremen surveyors inspectors and truck drivers receive clear communication and reliable equipment support
• Excavation work supports accurate pipe installation proper bedding safe trench conditions and efficient production
• Equipment and attachments are inspected daily maintained properly and kept work-ready
• Issues with grade utilities materials ground conditions or site conflicts are identified early and communicated promptly
• Work is completed with strong attention to safety quality production and teamwork

Why Join Us

• Work with an experienced civil construction and municipal infrastructure team
• Support underground utility and roadwork projects across Western Canada
• Apply your mainline excavation GPS and rock hammer experience on meaningful infrastructure work
• Be part of a company focused on safe production quality work and operational excellence
• Contribute to infrastructure projects that support communities across the region