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Grizzlytrek Group

Mini Excavator Operator

Calgary, AB, Canada

$30 to $38 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $30 to $38 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Jan 17, 2027
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience operating a mini excavator in construction or excavation
Working hours: 40 to 50 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

Mini Excavator Operator
Calgary, Alberta | Contract (4 to 6 weeks)
Construction / Heavy Equipment Operation | Experienced | Day Shift, Monday to Friday

Position Type	Contract (4 to 6 weeks)
Location	East of Calgary, Alberta
Schedule	Monday to Friday, day shift
Hours	8 to 10 hours per day (40 to 50 hours per week)
Duration	Approximately 4 to 6 weeks
Compensation	Competitive, based on experience
Experience	Minimum 1 year of hands-on mini excavator operation, trenching experience preferred
Certification	Valid Class 5 driver's licence; Ground Disturbance and CSTS-2020 an asset
Transportation	Own reliable transportation required to travel to and from site daily

About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd.

GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success. We work across Canada in mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.

The Role

GrizzlyTrek is seeking Mini Excavator Operators to join our valued client's team on a trenching excavation project east of the City of Calgary. This is a contract position running approximately 4 to 6 weeks, Monday to Friday, with 8 to 10 hour days.
You will operate a mini excavator to dig, shape, and backfill trenches to grade and specification, working closely with the site supervisor, spotters, and ground crew to keep the work safe, accurate, and on schedule.

What You'll Do

Operate a mini excavator to excavate, trench, backfill, and grade to project specifications
Read and follow grade stakes, line markings, and direction from the supervisor and spotters
Dig safely around located underground utilities and follow all ground disturbance procedures
Maintain safe trench conditions, including sloping, benching, and shoring as directed
Load and move material, spoil, and debris around the work area
Complete pre-use equipment inspections and perform basic daily maintenance and greasing
Report equipment issues, hazards, and near misses promptly
Participate in daily hazard assessments and toolbox talks

What You Bring

Minimum 1 year of experience operating a mini excavator in construction or excavation
Ability to trench and grade accurately with minimal supervision
Solid understanding of excavation and trench safety practices
Valid Class 5 driver's licence and your own reliable transportation
Ability to commit to the full 4 to 6 week project, Monday to Friday
Own CSA-approved safety boots and standard PPE

Preferred Qualifications

Ground Disturbance Level II (201) certification
CSTS-2020 or equivalent construction safety training
Standard First Aid and CPR
Experience working around buried utilities and in residential or municipal servicing
Experience operating skid steers or other compact equipment

Work Environment

Outdoor work on an active trenching and excavation site east of Calgary, through fall weather conditions
Physically demanding work including standing, bending, and lifting on uneven ground
Daily commute to site in your own vehicle; no camp or site transportation provided
Strong safety culture with daily hazard assessments and toolbox talks

What We Offer

Steady Monday to Friday day-shift schedule with 8 to 10 hour days
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements
Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child
AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing
Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage)
Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days)
Ongoing training and career development support

Apply now at www.grizzlytrekgroup.com
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Responsibilities

The operator will use a mini excavator to dig, shape, and backfill trenches according to project specifications. They will work closely with site supervisors and ground crews to ensure safety and accuracy while maintaining equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of hands-on mini excavator experience and a valid Class 5 driver's licence. The role requires the ability to commit to a 4 to 6 week project and possess reliable transportation to the site.

Skills

Mini excavator operation
Trenching
Excavation
Backfilling
Grading
Reading grade stakes
Underground utility safety
Equipment inspection
Equipment maintenance
Hazard assessment
Toolbox talks
Shaping trenches
Sloping
Benching
Shoring

Benefits

Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Critical illness coverage
Cancer coverage
Extended health care
Paramedical services
Vision care
Dental care
Travel insurance

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Keywords

Mini excavator
Trenching
Excavation
Backfill
Grading
Class 5 driver's licence
Ground Disturbance
CSTS-2020
Construction
Heavy equipment
Safety
Utility locating
Shaping
Shoring
Benching
Equipment maintenance
Hazard assessment
Toolbox talks
PPE
First Aid
CPR
Skid steer
Municipal servicing
Residential servicing

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