Excavator Operator – Construction & Excavation

SKI Construction Ltd. — Winnipeg, Manitoba

Position: Excavator Operator

Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift | Some Saturdays as Required

Work Location: Winnipeg and Surrounding Areas

About SKI Construction Ltd.

SKI Construction Ltd. is a growing Winnipeg-based construction company providing concrete, excavation, landscaping, road maintenance, snow removal, transportation, and general construction services throughout Winnipeg and surrounding areas.

We are looking for an experienced, reliable, and safety-focused Excavator Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate excavators safely and efficiently while supporting a variety of construction, excavation, roadwork, and site-development projects.

Why Work with SKI Construction Ltd.?

- Full-time, permanent employment
- Local work in Winnipeg and surrounding areas
- Day-shift work
- Competitive hourly wages based on experience
- Paid overtime
- On-site parking
- Variety of construction and excavation projects
- Opportunities for training and advancement
- Additional work available during construction and winter seasons
- Safety-focused work environment

What You’ll Do
- Safely operate excavators and related attachments on construction sites
- Perform excavation, trenching, digging, grading, backfilling, and site preparation
- Excavate for foundations, sidewalks, curbs, roads, drainage systems, culverts, and utilities
- Load trucks and move soil, gravel, sand, and other materials
- Perform rough and finish grading as required
- Maintain proper grades, elevations, slopes, and drainage




- Operate attachments such as buckets, hydraulic breakers, augers, and other equipment as required
- Assist with installation of culverts, drainage systems, pipes, and other underground infrastructure
- Work around underground utilities and follow proper safety procedures
- Assist with road construction, aggregate placement, and site development
- Work closely with labourers, truck drivers, supervisors, and other equipment operators
- Complete daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues
- Maintain clean and safe equipment and work areas
- Follow project plans, site instructions, and supervisor directions
- Follow all company safety policies and construction-site safety procedures
- Work safely around workers, vehicles, and other heavy equipment

What You Bring
- Previous excavator operating experience preferred
- Experience operating excavators in construction and excavation environments
- Ability to safely operate equipment in tight and active job sites
- Knowledge of excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling
- Ability to read basic grades, elevations, and site plans is an asset
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Safety-focused attitude




- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- Valid driver's licence is an asset

Additional Assets
- Experience with road construction and maintenance
- Experience with culvert installation
- Experience with drainage and underground utilities
- Experience with concrete site preparation
- Experience with landscaping and grading
- Experience operating loaders, skid steers, or other heavy equipment
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- Experience using a laser level or GPS machine-control systems
- First Aid certification
- Construction safety training

Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Paid overtime
- On-site parking
- Full-time, permanent position
- Paid vacation
- Local work with home every night
- Training and opportunities for advancement
- Variety of construction and excavation projects
- Additional work available during construction and winter seasons
- Supportive and professional work environment

Ready to Join the Team? If you are an experienced Excavator Operator who takes pride in safe equipment operation, quality workmanship, and getting the job done right, we want to hear from you.

Join SKI Construction Ltd. and work on a variety of construction, excavation, roadwork, and site-development projects throughout Winnipeg and surrounding areas.

Apply today to join our team.

Work Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Position: Excavator Operator

Employment: Full time | Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Excavator Operator (Winnipeg)
🏢 SKI Construction
📍 Winnipeg