Company Overview

Solid Ground Earthworks Ltd. is a dynamic and growing excavation company. We take pride in our commitment to quality, precision, and efficiency, and we are currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team. If you are an experienced gradesman looking to advance your career while contributing to a variety of civil development projects, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Gradesman / Grade Checker to join our team, focusing primarily on excavation, site grading, and civil development projects. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting construction drawings, establishing elevations, and working closely with heavy equipment operators to ensure accurate and efficient excavation operations.

Responsibilities

- Read and interpret construction drawings, grading plans, and elevations
- Establish and verify grades, elevations, benchmarks, and layout points
- Utilize laser levels and other grade-checking equipment to ensure accuracy
- Work closely with excavator operators to maintain proper excavation depths and grades
- Check elevations for foundations, footings, trenches, and underground services
- Assist with layout and grading for site preparation, backfilling, and civil works
- Identify and communicate discrepancies between drawings and actual site conditions
- Ensure excavation and grading activities meet project specifications and tolerances




- Assist with general site activities as required
- Actively participate in daily and weekly crew meetings

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in excavation, grading, or civil construction
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and elevations
- Experience using laser levels and grade-checking equipment
- Understanding of excavation methods, underground servicing, and site grading
- Ability to work independently and effectively alongside heavy equipment operators
- Monitor and eliminate safety risks associated with excavation work
- Possession of a valid driver's license
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong verbal communication skills and a proactive, ready-to-work attitude
- Experience with GPS machine control and survey equipment considered an asset

If you are a detail-oriented and hardworking individual with experience in excavation and grade checking, we invite you to apply for this exciting prospect. Join our team and contribute to the success of our civil development projects. Please submit your resume to [email protected]

Pay: $32.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Gradesman / Grade Checker (Burnaby)
🏢 Solid Ground Earthworks
📍 Burnaby