Construction jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,433
Employers: 755

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $28.73Across 87 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $99,297Across 67 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $26.71Across 11 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 6%81 listings
On-site: 94%1,344 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include North American Construction Group Inc. (39), Volker Stevin Canada (33), Amrize (29).

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

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£35 to £45 GBP / hour
Full-time
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Traction

Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor-Loader-Backhoe)

Toronto, ON, Canada

Pay: £35 to £45 GBP / hour
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Apr 10, 2026

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Original job description

We are seeking a versatile and highly skilled Heavy Equipment Operator specialized in Tractor-Loader-Backhoe (TLB) operations. This role is designed for a professional who holds or is looking to finish their requirements to achieve their Red Seal Endorsement (RSE).

The backhoe is often considered the "Swiss Army Knife" of the construction site, requiring an operator with exceptional spatial awareness and multi-functional technical ability. Whether you are a certified Journeyperson or a senior operator nearing the completion of your hours, you will be expected to work to the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS), executing both high-production loading and precision excavation tasks.

Core Responsibilities

In accordance with the national standards for the Heavy Equipment Operator trade, your primary duties include:

Dual-End Operation: Master the transition between loader and backhoe functions. Execute efficient front-end loading, stockpiling, and site cleanup while maintaining the ability to pivot for precision trenching and utility work.

Equipment Maintenance: Perform rigorous daily pre-trip inspections. Monitor hydraulic pressures, stabilizers, and wear on both the front bucket and rear boom/bucket assemblies.

Precision Excavation & Trenching: Dig to engineered specifications for utility lines, footings, and drainage systems. Ensure trench walls are stable and comply with provincial shoring and sloping regulations.

Lifting & Placing: Utilize the backhoe for lifting and placing pipes, manholes, and trench boxes. Calculate load capacities and utilize proper rigging techniques and signaling.

Site Restoration: Use the loader bucket and backhoe for backfilling, rough grading, and restoring sites to pre-excavation conditions.

Utility Safety: Operate safely around energized buried utilities. Coordinate with ground crews and "swampers" to ensure safe daylighting and avoidance of infrastructure.

Mentorship: If certified, provide technical coaching to junior operators. If finishing requirements, work with our Journeypersons to master Major Work Activities (MWAs) such as operating in tight urban corridors and complex multi-tool maneuvers.

Qualifications & Requirements

Certification Status: Must be a Journeyperson or a Senior Apprentice currently looking to finish their requirements to achieve their Red Seal Endorsement (RSE).

Technical Proficiency: Extensive experience operating various backhoe models (e.g., Cat 420, Case 580). Deep understanding of machine stability, center of gravity, and stabilizer deployment.

Safety Certifications: Valid Ground Disturbance Level 2, Trenching Safety, and WHMIS certifications are mandatory.

Physical Stamina: Ability to work long shifts, often in a cab that requires frequent twisting and repositioning to manage dual controls.

Driver’s License: Valid Class 5 license (Class 1 or 3 with Air Brake endorsement is preferred for equipment transport).

The Red Seal Standard

The Red Seal is Canada's mark of professional mastery in the heavy equipment trade. We support your career growth by providing:

The Path to Completion: For those finishing their RSE, we offer exposure to a wide range of tasks - from municipal roadwork to industrial site prep - ensuring you are fully prepared for the Interprovincial Exam.

Competitive Compensation: Top-tier wages that reflect your versatility as a multi-function operator and your commitment to national standards.

National Mobility: An RSE credential that ensures your skills are recognized and respected by elite contractors across every province and territory.

Salary: 35 - 45 GBP Per hour

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Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for mastering dual-end backhoe functions, including precision excavation, utility work, and front-end loading. They must also perform rigorous equipment maintenance and ensure site safety in accordance with national standards.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Journeyperson or a Senior Apprentice working toward a Red Seal Endorsement. Mandatory requirements include valid safety certifications such as Ground Disturbance Level 2, Trenching Safety, and a valid Class 5 driver's license.

Skills

Precision excavation
Trenching
Utility safety
Equipment maintenance
Hydraulic systems monitoring
Site restoration
Rigging
Load capacity calculation
Spatial awareness
Mentorship
Ground disturbance safety
Trenching safety
WHMIS

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Keywords

Heavy Equipment Operator
Tractor-Loader-Backhoe
TLB
Red Seal Endorsement
RSE
Journeyperson
Construction
Excavation
Trenching
Hydraulics
Ground Disturbance
WHMIS
Cat 420
Case 580
Utility lines
Rigging
Backfilling
Grading
RSOS
Major Work Activities

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