Mainline Excavator Operator - Underground

Park Paving Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 44,083 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP matching

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Park Paving Ltd. is seeking qualified Mainline Excavator Operators to join our Underground Division for the 2026 season in Edmonton. This full-time seasonal role offers a competitive wage and benefits.

You will operate excavators, perform inspections, and work with crews to complete projects safely and efficiently. A valid Alberta license and ability to work outdoors are required; some training credentials are assets.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators with clean safety record.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong understanding of excavation safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate mainline excavators and perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Utilize shoring methods and safe excavation practices.
• Assist with rigging and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Keep equipment and tracks clean; perform minor maintenance.
• Work with crew to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Park Paving Ltd. has been locally owned and operated for over 50 years as one of the largest road construction contractors in Edmonton, and we are looking for MAINLINE EXCAVATOR OPERATORS to join our UNDERGROUND DIVISION for the 2026 season. This position is a full‑time seasonal role and offers competitive wage with benefits.

Responsibilities

• Strong working knowledge of excavators and the ability to safely operate
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and general preventative maintenance of the equipment
• Understand and utilize various shoring methods and safe excavation practices such as shields, boxes, air shoring, hydraulic shoring, and slide rails
• Understand and implement proper rigging techniques
• Work collaboratively with crewmembers and subcontracted trucks to complete work in an efficient manner.
• Ability to keep machine tracks clean using a track shovel
• Understand and safely implement proper rigging techniques

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 Driver's licence
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Valid Ground Disturbance 201 Standard training (Alberta) is an asset
• Valid Confined Space Monitor/Entry training is an asset

Benefits

• Competitive wages/salaries
• Health & dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• RRSP matching
• Opportunities for advancement

Pay Scale $32 - $42 per hour based on experience.

Successful candidates will thrive in a physically demanding, highly productive, and high‑pressure environment. They will also possess a valid driver’s licence and have a strong drive to contribute to the team's success by working with operators and other crew members to perform a wide range of duties. Successful candidates will also be able to maintain a safety‑minded and high‑accountability work culture while working with their direct supervisors and other employees, while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment.

*** Successful candidates must have a driving record free of major infractions, and must pass a medical/fitness exam, as conditions of employment. ***