Mainline Hoe Operator

GS Construction•Acheson, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GS Construction is seeking a Mainline Hoe Operator to join their team. GS Construction is a general contractor specializing in water and sewer rehabilitation and new land development, with a mission centered on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement since 1974. The company offers a dynamic and supportive environment that emphasizes integrity, hard work, and community involvement, with opportunities for personal and professional development. Their structure ensures a field-focused mentality to execute with Safety, Quality, and Efficiency. They are looking for individuals eager to embrace challenges, advance their careers, and grow in a company that values their contributions.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience operating an excavator in mainline water and sewer construction setting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans, grade stakes, and underground locates to ensure precise excavation.
Strong understanding of trenching, grading, backfilling, and compaction techniques, with expertise in precise excavation near infrastructure, double ditching, proper loading, and hydrant cut-outs.
Knowledge of construction safety regulations.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willing to learn, promote, and implement GS Construction's culture, core values, and "GS Way" processes.
Ability to manage tasks, operate effectively, and remain focused in high-pressure, fast-changing environments.
Enjoys problem-solving and thinking "outside the box" to develop innovative solutions for complex tasks.
Openness to learning from others and collaborating on new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and teamwork.
Team-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with crew members and leadership.

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as Ground Disturbance Level II, First Aid/CPR, CSTS, and Confined Space Entry are an asset.

Responsibilities

Operate an excavator to dig trenches for mainline water and sewer installations, ensuring precise depth and grade using laser levels and grade stakes while avoiding existing utilities.
Maintain spoil piles at least 1 meter away from trenches to ensure a safe and efficient worksite.
Read and interpret underground locates before excavation to avoid damaging existing infrastructure.
Perform specialized trenching techniques, including V-ditching for drainage and stability and double ditching to create safer workspaces and improve pipe installation efficiency.
Ensure proper use of trench boxes, shoring, slide rails, and slope angles to maintain safe excavation conditions before beginning work.
Assist in lowering, aligning, and bedding large-diameter pipes in trenches.
Safely lift and maneuver pipes, manholes, trench boxes, and fittings using the excavator.
Set up properly for big lifts, ensuring safe rigging and positioning.
Carefully backfill trenches while maintaining proper compaction and grade.
Operate a Hoe Pac or bucket attachment to compact material around pipes and structures, ensuring backfill coverage is completed by the end of each workday.
Load trucks properly, distributing material evenly to maintain stability and ensure safe transport.
Use clear hand signals, radios, or verbal instructions to coordinate with crew.
Adjust movements based on trench sequencing and foreman direction.
Follow Alberta OHS, ground disturbance rules, and GS Construction safety protocols.
Maintain a clean and organized worksite.
Participate in daily hazard assessments and report any unsafe conditions or equipment defects immediately.
Perform daily checks on fluids, hoses, and fittings.
Grease, refuel, and clean equipment as needed to maintain safe operation.