Excavator Operator

Doran Contractors Limited; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Taggart Construction Limited in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support water and sewer infrastructure projects across the region. You will operate excavators safely and efficiently to dig trenches, place piping, and support crews on site.

A strong background in heavy civil construction, familiarity with underground utilities, and a valid driver's license are required. Travel to multiple Ottawa job sites is expected; the role offers steady field work with a family-owned

Qualifications

• Experienced excavator operator with heavy civil construction background.
• Water, sewer, and site servicing experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to Ottawa sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators on watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, road, and site servicing projects.
• Dig trenches, line and grade, support pipe crews, and operate safely around underground utilities.
• Keep projects moving by working closely with forepersons, pipelayers, labourers, and other operators.
• Complete equipment checks, identify issues early, and take pride in safe, clean, productive work.

Skills

Excavator operation

Heavy civil construction

Water/sewer/site servicing

Job description

Excavator Operator, Water & Sewer Infrastructure

Ottawa, ON | Taggart Construction Limited

Taggart Construction Limited is looking for an experienced Excavator Operator to join our field team on water and sewer infrastructure projects across the Ottawa region.

For more than 75 years, Taggart Construction has helped build the essential infrastructure that supports communities across Eastern Ontario. As part of the Taggart Group, we offer the stability of a long‑standing, family‑owned business with the opportunity to do hands‑on work that makes a lasting impact.

In this role, you will operate excavators safely and efficiently to support the installation of sanitary, storm, and watermain systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in precise work, understands the importance of safe excavation around underground utilities, and is ready to contribute to major civil construction projects in the region.

What You’ll Do

• Operate excavators on watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, road, and site servicing projects.


• Dig trenches, work to line and grade, support pipe crews, and operate safely around underground utilities.


• Keep projects moving by working closely with forepersons, pipelayers, labourers, and other operators.


• Complete equipment checks, identify issues early, and take pride in safe, clean, productive work.

What You Bring

• Experienced excavator operator with a strong background in heavy civil construction.


• Water, sewer, and site servicing experience is required.


• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to various job sites across the Ottawa region.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation Requests

The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please email [e-mail].