Skid Steer Operator (Civil)

Firma Contracting Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Firma Contracting is seeking an experienced Skid Steer Operator to join our Edmonton team. This role focuses on safe operation on underground water and sewer projects, material handling, and finishing grading to project specs.

We offer competitive wages, opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and steady year-round work in a rehabilitation-focused schedule. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years on skid steers, experience in congested residential/commercial settings, and a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of skid steer operating experience.
• Experience on underground water and sewer projects preferred.
• Experience in congested residential and commercial environments.
• Finish grading experience required.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently while following direction from Superintendent or Foreman.
• Experience operating additional heavy equipment is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer safely on underground water and sewer projects.
• Load, move, and distribute materials at active sites.
• Assist with excavation support, backfilling, grading, and site cleanup.
• Work near underground utilities and ground personnel.
• Finish grading and site prep to project specs.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Uphold company safety policies and maintain productivity.

Skills

Skid steer operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Skid Steer Operator

Firma Contracting is currently seeking an experienced Skid Steer Operator to join our team in Edmonton.

We offer competitive wages, a healthy work-life balance, opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and the potential for year-round employment. Because a significant portion of our work involves rehabilitation projects, we are less dependent on weather conditions, allowing for more consistent work and reduced weather-related downtime throughout the year.

Hourly wage: $35-$38

Duties include:

• Operate a skid steer safely and efficiently on underground water and sewer projects.
• Load, move, and distribute materials around active construction sites.
• Assist with excavation support, backfilling, grading, site cleanup, and material handling.
• Work safely in close proximity to existing underground utilities and ground personnel.
• Operate equipment in residential, commercial, and other congested work environments.
• Perform finish grading and final site preparation to project specifications.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance requirements.
• Promote, follow, and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all work safely while maintaining high quality standards and productivity.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner with honesty and integrity.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of skid steer operating experience.
• Experience working on underground water and sewer projects is preferred.
• Experience working in congested residential and commercial environments.
• Finish grading experience is required.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently while following direction from the Superintendent or Foreman.
• Experience operating additional heavy equipment is considered an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Required Certifications:

• CSTS 2020
• WHMIS 2015
• Ground Disturbance Level 2