Excavator Operator

Kibbi; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-maintained equipment

Clear path into lead operator or forem

Established builder clients

Job summary

Total Site Supplies in Calgary seeks an experienced Excavator Operator focused on basement excavation and DSSP site servicing for residential and commercial lots. You will interpret drawings, establish grades, and plan and execute on-site work independently.

The role offers growth into leadership, mentoring newer operators, with emphasis on safe practices around live utilities and active crews. Vancouver? (Note: location is Calgary, Alberta, Canada.)

Qualifications

• Experience in basement excavation and DSSP site servicing on residential and commercial lots.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, site plans, cut sheets and grade stakes.
• Mentor and train newer operators and labourers on grade, plan reading, laser use and safety.

Responsibilities

• Excavate basements and foundations to design elevations with correct over-dig and footing grades.
• Perform DSSP trenching and installation for storm, sanitary and water services.
• Read civil drawings, site plans, cut sheets and grade stakes.
• Set up and operate laser systems and verify grade on site.
• Lead by example in safety, productivity and quality of work.
• Coordinate with foremen, pipe crews, surveyors and drivers to support productivity.

Skills

GPS machine control

Read civil drawings

Site servicing (DSSP)

Leadership potential

Tools

Laser systems

Laser levels

Job description

Excavator Operator: Residential & Commercial Excavation and Site Servicing

Location: 2875 107 Ave SE, Calgary, AB

Company: Total Site Supplies

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: $40to $48/hr, based on experience

About Us

Total Site Supplies is a Calgary-based earthworks and site services contractor working with builders such as Axiom Builders, Mattamy Homes, and Casa Ridge Properties. Our Earthworks division delivers excavation, demolition, grading, and underground utility work across Calgary and surrounding areas. We are COR certified and continuing to grow our field team.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator with a strong background in basement excavation and DSSP site servicing on residential and commercial lots. This role is focused on building sites rather than road or highway construction. The ideal candidate is a self-directed professional who can take a set of drawings, establish their own grade, and plan and execute the work independently. As our team grows, this operator will be expected to develop into a leadership role, mentoring newer operators and labourers on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Excavate basements and foundations to design elevations, including over-dig, footing grades, and tight-access infill lots
• Perform DSSP trenching and installation, including storm, sanitary, and water services, manholes, and service connections
• Read and interpret civil drawings, site plans, cut sheets, and grade stakes
• Set up and operate single and dual-slope laser systems and verify grade throughout the work
• Complete backfill, rough grading, and fine grading to specified tolerances
• Plan and sequence excavation and servicing work independently, making sound decisions on site without the need for close supervision
• Identify problems early and bring forward solutions, not just concerns
• Mentor and train newer operators and labourers on grade, plan reading, laser use, and safe excavation practices
• Operate safely around existing structures, neighbouring properties, live utilities, and active crews
• Maintain safe trenching and excavation practices, including trench box use and utility clearances
• Coordinate with foremen, pipe crews, surveyors, and truck drivers to support productivity
• Lead by example in safety, productivity, and quality of work
• Complete pre-trip inspections, FLHAs, equipment logs, and timesheets accurately

Assets

• GPS machine control experience
• Class 3 or Q endorsement
• CSTS, First Aid, Ground Disturbance II, Confined Space
• Familiarity with City of Calgary servicing standards

What We Offer

• Consistent work with established builder clients
• Well-maintained equipment
• A clear path into lead operator or foreman roles for the right candidate