Mainline Excavator Operator

Infracon Construction Inc. • British Columbia, Canada, BC

2d • CA$37 - CA$41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking experienced Mainline Excavator Operators for upcoming and potential municipal infrastructure and civil construction projects across Western Canada. We are expecting awards on several municipal infrastructure projects with significant underground utility, pipe, road grading, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and civil construction components. As a result, 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• Previous experience as a Mainline Excavator Operator, Excavator Operator, or Heavy Equipment Operator in municipal or civil construction is required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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
• 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 driver’s 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed