Mainline Excavator Operator - Underground

Park Paving Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

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 full-time seasonal role offers a competitive wage with benefits, including health and dental, vision, life insurance, RRSP matching, and opportunities for advancement, with pay scale $32-$42 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators and focusing on safety.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and basic maintenance.
• Understand and apply shoring methods and safe excavation practices.
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and proper rigging.
• Collaborate with crew and subcontractors to complete work efficiently.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver's licence.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate MAINLINE EXCAVATORS safely and efficiently.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Apply shoring methods and safe excavation practices.
• Utilize proper rigging techniques on site.
• Coordinate with crewmembers and subcontracted trucks.
• Keep machine tracks clean and well maintained.
• Maintain a safety-minded, accountable work culture.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety compliance

Pre/Post trip inspection

Rigging techniques

Team collaboration

Track maintenance

Class 5 driver's licence

Education

Ground Disturbance 201 Alberta (training)

Confined Space Monitor/Entry training

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 ourUNDERGROUND DIVISION for the 2026 season. This position is a full -time seasonal role and offers competitive wage with benefits.

The primary responsibilities, duties, and expectations of this position include, but are not limited to:

• 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 utilizes various shoring methods and safe excavation practices such as shields, boxes, air shoring, hydraulic shoring, and slide rails


• Understands and implements proper rigging techniques


• Work collaboratively with crewmembers and subcontracted trucks to complete work in an efficient manor.


• Ability to keep machine tracks clean using a track shovel


• Understand and safely implement proper rigging techniques

• 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

• 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 license 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 an 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. ***

ANY MISREPRESENTATION OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR CANDIDACY.

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