Job Category: Skilled Operator

Province: Southern Ontario

Company: Heavy Civil

Total Wage Package

Hourly Wage Range: $35.00-$45.00

Current Open Vacancy: None

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Grademan to join our high-growth organization. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, driven individual with strong leadership skills who takes pride in their work. The Grademan plays a key role in meeting project deadlines and supporting overall customer satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities

- Perform grade checking and verification using levels, lasers, and grade stakes to ensure accurate elevations and alignment
- Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and pipe profiles for underground servicing installation
- Establish and maintain grades for excavation, bedding, and pipe installation
- Prepare trenches, including bedding and backfill, in accordance with project specifications
- Direct and assist equipment operators during excavation, trenching, and backfilling operations
- Ensure proper compaction and installation of materials to meet engineering standards
- Locate and identify existing underground utilities and ensure safe excavation practices
- Work closely with survey crews, supervisors, and inspectors to maintain accuracy and tolerances
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including trench safety and shoring practices
- Follow all company health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
- Support labourers and junior crew members as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- 3–5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, specifically in grading
- Proven experience as a Grademan on municipal or infrastructure projects
- Robust ability to read and interpret construction drawings, profiles, and grade stakes
- Solid understanding of elevations,



slopes, and grade control for underground services
- Knowledge of trenching, shoring, and excavation safety requirements
- Proficient with layout equipment including lasers and pipe lasers
- Experience working around heavy equipment and directing operators safely
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality

Hiring & Application Process If this opportunity excites you, please send your resume!

Fidelity Group of Companies welcomes and encourages application from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Fidelity Engineering & Construction Inc.

Fidelity Engineering & Construction operates as a general contractor in the heavy civil construction sector, delivering infrastructure that supports Canada’s transportation networks, environmental systems, and public assets. We work primarily with federal, provincial, and public-sector clients, providing end-to-end construction services on projects that demand advanced technical expertise, careful coordination, and a deep understanding of regulatory and environmental requirements.

Our work is defined not by a checklist of services, but by our ability to manage complexity, adapt to site-specific challenges, and deliver durable, long-term solutions.

As the Fidelity Group of Companies continue to evolve in their respective industries, we have only begun our journey of what we are capable of achieving. The success of our business can be attributed to the incredible group of talented professionals that already make up our team here at Fidelity. It is our goal to be not only an industry leader, but ensure that our team members are continually provided with challenging, meaningful and dynamic opportunities.

📌 Grademan (Port Colborne)
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