Heavy Equipment Operator – Sewer & Site Servicing, Bulk Excavation, Foundation Work

Kieswetter Excavating is a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy civil contractor and one of the Waterloo Region's leaders in excavating, site grading, and site servicing. We work on many of the area's highest-profile projects, and our operation runs on the latest GPS technology — from estimating through machine control — making us a recognized North American leader in technology adoption in our industry.

We're hiring skilled, motivated heavy equipment operators who take pride in their workmanship, their machines, and on-the-job safety. If that's you, we'd like to hear from you.

Why Operators Choose Kieswetter

Fourth-generation, family-owned and operated.

Best-in-class equipment and GPS/machine-control technology, kept well-maintained.

Continuous, year-round work — including winter and spring for the right operators.

Real growth: we promote from within.

Competitive wages, benefits, and company perks.

Exposure to a wide variety of heavy civil applications.

What You'll Do

Operate heavy equipment across all functions of the sewer crew — mainline, laterals, dirt moving, and work in congested areas.





Interpret grade stakes and execute to grade.

Inspect, maintain, and care for assigned equipment.

Coordinate with your crew and management, plan ahead, and stay aware of the full scope of the task.

Organize project details, locates, and performance objectives.

Recognize, communicate, and eliminate hazards in line with our Company Safety Program.

Communicate discrepancies promptly and take on other tasks as needed.

What You Bring

Previous experience operating heavy equipment.

Solid mechanical skills.

Valid Ontario driver's license.

Ability to travel to job sites throughout Waterloo Region (some travel in Southern Ontario).

Reliable, consistent attendance and willingness to work regular overtime.

Strong communication skills and the ability to take direction and work cooperatively.

Physical strength and endurance to perform all duties safely.

A safety-first mindset.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, with overtime and some weekend availability.

10–14-hour days depending on project demands.

Location: Primarily Waterloo Region, with some travel across Southern Ontario.

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📌 Excavator Operator (Ontario)
🏢 Kieswetter Excavating
📍 Ontario