Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Excavator Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for completing equipment-related tasks to the specifications required and under the direction of your supervisor. Your expertise in heavy equipment operation will play a key role in maintaining safe, effective operations and protecting equipment, infrastructure, and surrounding property.

If you have keen attention to safety and detail with a strong drive to achieve the highest standards of quality and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Duties

- Safely operate excavators on a variety of heavy civil construction projects.
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and complete required inspection. documentation, reporting any maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
- Participate in daily safety meetings, FLHAs, and toolbox talks to help maintain a safe work environment.
- Work closely with supervisors and crew members to complete work safely, efficiently, and to specification.
- Read and interpret grades, drawings, and site plans as required.
- Support excavation, utility installation, earthworks, and other civil construction activities.
- Maintain accurate daily equipment and labour reporting.




- Contribute to a positive team environment and uphold North Construction's commitment to the company values (Growth, Responsibility, Integrity and Positivity).

Requirements

- Proven experience operating excavators in a construction setting with a strong understanding of heavy equipment functions
- Mechanical knowledge of excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and paving machinery
- Experience with GPS machine control systems considered an asset
- Familiarity with Caterpillar machinery and attachments is highly desirable
- Ability to operate related equipment such as bulldozers (dozers), graders, loaders, backhoes, horizontal drills, and paving machines
- Strong understanding of construction safety standards and procedures
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team

What We Offer

- Competitive wage
- Extended-Health, vision, dental coverage, global medical assistance, where premiums are 100% company paid
- RRSP matching at 4%
- Employee Assistance Program
- North University program that offers company-paid courses for continuing education
- Fun team events
- 30-50% Off 130+ outdoor brands

Pay: From $42.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Skilled Excavator Operator (West Vancouver)
🏢 North Construction
📍 West Vancouver