Excavator Operator

Northern Labour Supply Services; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining and infrastructure sector is hiring Excavator Operators in Timmins. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive wages and allows for local work without the need for camp stays. Successful candidates will operate modern heavy equipment in an open-pit environment and will engage in a 5/2 shift schedule with both day and night rotations available.

Benefits

Local work – no camp stay required

Competitive hourly wages based on experience

Overtime after 8 hours per day

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating large excavators in construction or mining settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with dispatch and colleagues.
• Willingness to complete required certifications for the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic excavators for grading and loading tasks.
• Conduct pre-op inspections and report any safety or mechanical issues.
• Follow site-specific health and safety protocols.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Communication

Safety Compliance

Education

G-Class Driver’s License

Job description

Position: Excavator Operator (Direct Hire)
Location: Timmins, ON
Job Type: Full-time, Contract (7 months with potential for extension)
Start Date: Immediate
Wage: $40/hour + Overtime after 8 hours per day.

Northern Labour Supply Services (NLSS) is currently hiring Excavator Operators to work at an open-pit site in the Timmins area. This is a direct-hire opportunity — successful candidates will join NLSS workforce directly.

Why Apply?
•Local work — no camp stay required
•Competitive hourly wages based on experience
•Work with a respected mining and infrastructure employer
•Overtime after 8 hour per day
•Operate modern heavy equipment in a dynamic open-pit environment

Key Responsibilities:
•Operate 35T, 50T, and 74T hydraulic excavators (CAT 336, 352, 374 or equivalent) for finish grading and/or bulk loading
•Conduct daily pre-op inspections and report safety or mechanical concerns
•Maintain efficient and safe digging, trenching, and loading practices
•Communicate effectively with dispatch and other equipment operators
•Follow all site-specific health and safety protocols
Shift Schedule:
•5/2 schedule: 12-hour shifts (6AM–6PM or 6PM–6AM)
•Current openings include both day and night shifts; fixed shifts preferred due to limited turnaround time
•Rotation strategy may be revisited based on operational feedback

Requirements:
•1–2 years of experience operating large excavators in construction, mining, or industrial settings
•Reliable transportation and valid Ontario G-Class Driver’s License
•Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
•Comfortable working fixed day or night shifts on a 5/2 rotation
•Required certifications (or willingness to complete): WHMIS, Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps, Dome Site Inductions

To Apply:
Send your resume to [e-mail] and include “Excavator Operator” in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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