Finish Excavator Operator

Blackline Civil; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Work across Alberta

Job summary

Blackline Civil Inc. is seeking a Finish Excavator for civil construction projects across Alberta. The role focuses on precise excavation around live utilities and installation of underground water, sewer, and storm systems.

You will operate excavators, expose utilities, and collaborate with pipe layers and supervisors to ensure safety and adherence to project plans. A strong safety mindset and 2+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of excavator experience in underground or civil construction.
• Experience working around live utilities.
• Strong understanding of trenching and excavation safety practices.
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, and utility drawings.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ground disturbance certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation.
• Safely expose existing underground utilities.
• Work around live gas, electrical, water, and telecom lines.
• Follow grade stakes, trench depths, and site plans with precision.
• Coordinate with pipe layers, labourers, and supervisors.
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and routine equipment maintenance.
• Maintain trench safety in compliance with regulations (shoring, sloping, benching).
• Ensure all work is performed according to safety standards and project specs.

Skills

Excavator operation

Utilities awareness

Trenching safety

Reading plans/drawings

Driver's license

Ground disturbance certification

Tools

Safety equipment

Job description

Finish Excavator - Civil Construction

Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects)
Company: Blackline Civil Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled and safety-driven Finish Excavatorwith experience in underground construction. In this role, you’ll be responsible for precise excavation around live utilities and installation of underground infrastructure such as water, sewer, and storm systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation
• Safely expose existing underground utilities
• Work around live gas, electrical, water, and telecom lines
• Follow grade stakes, trench depths, and site plans with precision
• Coordinate closely with pipe layers, labourers, and supervisors
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and routine equipment maintenance
• Maintain trench safety in compliance with regulations (shoring, sloping, benching)
• Ensure all work is performed according to safety standards and project specs
  

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of excavator experience in underground or civil construction
• Proven experience working around live utilities
• Strong understanding of trenching and excavation safety practices
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, and utility drawings
• Valid driver’s license
• Ground disturbance certification
  

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of municipal underground infrastructure installation
• Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
  
• High accountability
• Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
• Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Extended health and benefits package
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
• Strong pipeline of work across Alberta