Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada (614 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 614
Employers: 278

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.11Across 137 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: 98%599 listings

Not specified: 2% (14 listings)

Employers hiring include North American Construction Group Inc. (60), Amrize (17), Blackline Civil (17).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Heavy equipment operator jobs in Canada

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Winter
Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
Government of Yukon
Teslin, YT
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
Government of Yukon
Watson Lake, YT
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
Government of Yukon
Watson Lake, YT
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Winter
Clintar Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
- $30 to $35 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Mainline Excavator Operator – Underground Utilities
Firma Contracting Inc.
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Temporary
Firma Contracting is hiring an experienced Mainline Excavator Operator to support underground utility, water and sewer construction projects across Edmonton and surrounding areas.
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Heavy Equipment Operator – Excavator
Firma Contracting Inc.
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Temporary
Firma Contracting is looking for an experienced Excavator Operator to join our field team on civil construction and earthworks projects throughout Edmonton and the surrounding area.
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A&
Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer)
Arnett & Burgess Energy Services
Fort St. John, BC
- Full-time
Our Pipeline Construction group is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer) for an active pipeline construction project in northeast BC.
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A&
Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer)
Arnett & Burgess Energy Services
Dawson Creek, BC
- Full-time
Our Pipeline Construction group is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer) for an active pipeline construction project in northeast BC.
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A&
Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer)
Arnett & Burgess Energy Services
Fort St. John, BC
- Full-time
Our Pipeline Construction group is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer) for an active pipeline construction project in northeast BC.
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A&
Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer)
Arnett & Burgess Energy Services
Dawson Creek, BC
- Full-time
Our Pipeline Construction group is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator & Dozer) for an active pipeline construction project in northeast BC.
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Mainline Excavator Operator - Water & Sewer
CKB Construction
Edmonton, AB
- Temporary
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Heavy Equipment Operator
John Ross & Sons Ltd.
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Asphalt Plant Operator
Amrize
Langley (District), BC · Langley, Brit
- $44.84 to $48.61 CAD / hour
The Asphalt Plant Operator will be responsible for overseeing the production of asphalt, ensuring proper mixing, quality control, equipment monitoring, safety standards, and process…
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Asphalt Plant Operator
Government of Manitoba
Portage la Prairie, MB
- Full-time
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Surface Crusher & Heavy Equipment Operator
West Red Lake Gold Mines
Red Lake, ON
- Full-time
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Finishing Dozer Operator
Infracon Construction Inc.
Prince Rupert, BC
This role is best suited for a skilled operator with strong finishing experience and the ability to complete precise
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Snow Removal/ Heavy equipment operator
Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services
Brampton, ON
- $25 to $35 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Enviri Corporation
Whitby, ON
- Full-time
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Dozer Operator
North American Services Inc.
AB
- Temporary
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Grader Operator
Amrize
Edmonton, AB
Join Amrize as a Grader Operator and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that’s building North…
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Spirit Employment and Training Edmonton
AB
- Full-time
Our large oil and gas company in Fort McMurray is currently recruiting an Heavy Equipment Operator / Class 1 Driver for a contract position with a contract review date of December 2019 .…
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Excavator Heavy Equipment Operator
Spirit Employment and Training Edmonton
AB
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our Civil Division as soon as possible. This role is essential to the successful completion of our civil construction projects,…
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Breakdown Roller Operator
Professional Excavators & Construction Inc.
Calgary, AB
- Contract
The Breakdown Roller Operator at Professional Excavators & Construction Inc. is responsible for operating breakdown rollers to compact and prepare road surfaces and other construction…
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Grader Operator
Professional Excavators & Construction Inc.
Calgary, AB
- Contract
Professional Excavators & Construction Inc. is seeking a skilled Grader Operator. The Grader Operator will be responsible for efficiently handling equipment to support earthworks, grading,…

CKB Construction

Mainline Excavator Operator - Water & Sewer

Edmonton, AB, T5V 0A4, Canada

Temporary

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Job details

Job type: Temporary
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

Original job description

What We Offer

We offer an excellent wage and benefits package including matching RRSP’s, along with the opportunity to work overtime. Our growing team allows for opportunities for advancement and our benefits providers are competitive in our industry!

Summary of Position

Reporting to the foreman and designates, operators are an integral member of field operations, responsible for providing support on all our projects.

Role and Responsibilities

Excavate and slope ditches to grade

Working with the ground crew to excavate near existing utilities

Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment, including pre & post trip inspections

Responsible for placement of water, storm, and sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation.

Follow directions of ground crew regarding craning, material placement and grading.

Follow company policies & procedures regarding SWP’s, inspections, and incidents etc.

Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications, Training and Education

CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2015 & Ground Disturbance level 2

Candidates must have a minimum 3 years of directly related experience in the water & sewer industry working on road rehab, curb and gutter, asphalt breaking and commercial projects.

Able to lift 50 lbs. unaided

Excellent motivational & troubleshooting abilities

Ability to work under high stress situations effectively and in a fast-paced environment under pressure to meet deadlines.

Comfortable operating on public roadways, maintaining proper awareness of surroundings while working with flaggers & traffic control employees

Working Conditions

Workers are expected to do occasionally physically demanding work in different positions (kneeling, standing, etc.). The successful applicants will be working outdoors in dusty and underground environments, including sewers, through all weather conditions. They will be expected to sit for long periods of time while operating.

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Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for excavating and sloping ditches, placing water and sewer pipes, and performing daily equipment maintenance. They must work closely with the ground crew to ensure safe material placement and adherence to site safety policies.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the water and sewer industry and possess valid CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2015, and Ground Disturbance level 2 certifications. The role requires the physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Skills

Excavator operation
Water and sewer infrastructure
Equipment maintenance
Safety inspections
Grading
Troubleshooting
Craning
Material placement
Ground disturbance
WHMIS
CSTS 2020

Benefits

Matching RRSP
Competitive benefits package

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Keywords

Excavator
Water and sewer
CSTS 2020
WHMIS 2015
Ground Disturbance
Road rehab
Curb and gutter
Asphalt breaking
Safety checks
Grading
Sanitary sewer
Storm sewer
Heavy equipment
Field operations
Construction

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