About Us

At Metcon Excavation & Construction, we specialize in civil construction, mass excavation, site preparation, and infrastructure projects. We are committed to safety, precision, and delivering projects on time and on budget.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Excavator Operator with a minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy civil or excavation work. The ideal candidate is confident operating various sizes of excavators, understands grades and trenching, and works efficiently while prioritizing safety.

Responsibilities

- Operate excavators safely and effectively on active construction sites
- Read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and project specifications
- Perform trenching, backfilling, benching, and detailed excavation
- Conduct pre-operational inspections and perform basic maintenance checks
- Work closely with site supervisors, pipe crews, and other operators
- Maintain safe working distances near underground and overhead utilities as well as live traffic

Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of verified experience as an excavator operator
- Proficiency with trench boxes, slope work, and grading to spec
- Knowledge of safe digging practices and utility locates




- Solid understanding of machine capabilities and limits
- Valid driver’s license (Class 5 or higher); Class 1 or 3 an asset
- Safety certifications (e.g., WHMIS, Ground Disturbance, CSTS) an asset

Hiring Process: Candidates will be required to complete a paid on-site evaluation test. This full-day assessment will evaluate operating skills, attention to detail, productivity, and safety awareness. Successful candidates from the evaluation will be considered for long-term employment.

Compensation

- Competitive hourly wage (based on experience and test performance)
- Year-round work & overtime opportunities
- Benefits package after probation period
- Signing Bonus for those exceptional candidates

Pay: $27.00-$40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Experience:
- Excavator: 3 years (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Location:
- Halifax, NS (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator) (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Metcon Excavation u0026 Construction
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality