Excavator & Backhoe Operator - Underground Utilities
Edmonton, AB | Full-Time | Year-Round Employment
Build More Than Infrastructure. Build Your Future.
For over 40 years, JATEC has been connecting communities through underground utilities, fibre optic networks, street lighting, and transportation infrastructure. The work we do today helps build the communities people live, work, and grow in for generations.
We're looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators who take pride in their work, operate safely, and understand the critical role they play in building essential infrastructure.
Whether you're an experienced operator looking for a long-term opportunity or seeking a company where you can continue to grow your skills and career, JATEC offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside a dedicated team of construction professionals.
What You'll Do
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will operate a variety of construction equipment to support the installation of underground utilities, telecommunications infrastructure, street lighting, and civil construction projects throughout the Edmonton area.
Working closely with Foremen, Lead Hands, and Ground Crew members, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Responsibilities Include:
- Safely operating excavators, rubber tire backhoes, skid steers, and loaders
- Excavating, trenching, backfilling, and performing site preparation activities
- Working safely around existing underground infrastructure and live utilities
- Loading, moving, and placing materials as required
- Following utility locates, grades, site plans, and project specifications
- Conducting daily equipment inspections and completing required documentation
- Performing routine preventative maintenance and reporting equipment deficiencies
- Supporting site setup, cleanup, and traffic or pedestrian control measures
- Assisting with labour duties when required
- Maintaining clean, organized, and safe worksites
- Following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
The Reality
We're upfront about what this job requires.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the construction season
- Operate equipment in tight working environments around existing infrastructure
- Maintain constant awareness of crew members, utilities, and changing site conditions
- Regularly enter and exit equipment throughout the workday
- Perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, kneeling, and walking when assisting ground crews
- Work 8–10-hour shifts with overtime opportunities during peak construction periods
- Take ownership of equipment condition, safety, and productivity
If you enjoy operating precision equipment, solving challenges in the field, and seeing the results of your work take shape every day, you'll fit right in.
Why Join JATEC?
- Year-round employment
- Local work in Edmonton and surrounding area with the opportunity to return home daily
- Industry-competitive hourly wages
- Overtime opportunities
- 100% employer-paid Extended Health & Dental Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Construction Season Bonus Program
- Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
- Safety-focused work environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Team-oriented culture built on safety, hard work, and respect
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- Experience operating one or more of the following:
- Excavator
- Rubber Tire Backhoe
- Skid Steer
- Loader
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Clean Driver's Abstract
- Strong understanding of safe excavation and operating practices
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a crew
- Ability to safely work around underground infrastructure and active construction sites
- Ability to lift up to 50 - 75 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, and climb in and out of equipment throughout the workday
- Reliable work ethic and commitment to workplace safety
Assets That Will Help You Stand Out
While not required, we'd love to hear from candidates who have:
- Underground utility construction experience
- Civil construction experience
- Telecommunications construction experience
- Experience working around live underground utilities
- Ground Disturbance Level II
- CSTS 2020
- Standard First Aid & CPR
- WHMIS Certification
- Experience reading utility locates and construction drawings
- Experience working in residential developments and municipal infrastructure projects
Don't meet every asset listed? We'd still like to hear from you.
What Success Looks Like
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- A strong commitment to safety
- Precision and care when operating around existing infrastructure and utilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Reliability, accountability, and professionalism
- Pride in maintaining equipment and producing quality work
- A willingness to support the crew and contribute to project success
Compensation
Competitive Hourly Wage
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, equipment proficiency, and relevant industry expertise.
Overtime opportunities available.
Leave Your Mark.
The infrastructure we build today will serve communities for decades. At JATEC, you'll be part of a team that's building the networks, utilities, and infrastructure that keep Alberta connected.
If you're ready to put your skills to work, grow your career, and help build the communities of tomorrow, we'd like to hear from you.
We thank all applicants for their interest in JATEC. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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