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It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [email protected]

Date: September 16, 2026

Location: Calgary, AB, CA

Operating Sector: Major Projects Civil West

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Packer)

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:





- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the appropriate Site Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible to ensure Aecon Civil Construction Corp. achieves their general and specific project requirements, on the Deerfoot Trail Improvements Project.

***Expected start date: Immediately***

What You'll Do Here:

- Compact soil, gravel, sand, asphalt, and backfill materials according to project specifications.
- Perform pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance checks on equipment.
- Monitor compaction levels and surface conditions to ensure quality standards are met.




- Work closely with surveyors, excavator operators, labourers, and supervisors to complete construction activities.
- Identify and report equipment defects, safety hazards, and maintenance requirements.
- Maintain daily equipment logs, inspection reports, and production records.
- Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is protected and working properly
- Follow directions that are spoken or given by hand signals
- Continuously changing work tasks

What You Bring to the Team:

- 3-5 years of experience operating Packer
- 3-5 years of experience on a Civil Earthworks Project
- Ability to work 6 days a week, day and night shift as needed
- 10+ hours work days, overtime required as needed
- Physical strength and stamina
- Manual dexterity
- A safety-conscious attitude
- The ability to work with others in a team
- Repetitive movement
- Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work a significant number of hours throughout the day
- Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 50lbs
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $37.97 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Packer) (Canada)
🏢 Aecon Group
📍 Canada