Mini Excavator Operator

Mini Excavator Operator
Calgary, Alberta | Contract (4 to 6 weeks)
Construction / Heavy Equipment Operation | Experienced | Day Shift, Monday to Friday
Position Type:  Contract (4 to 6 weeks)

Location:

East of Calgary, Alberta

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, day shift

Hours:

8 to 10 hours per day (40 to 50 hours per week)
Duration:  Approximately 4 to 6 weeks
Compensation:  Competitive, based on experience

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of hands-on mini excavator operation, trenching experience preferred
Certification:  Valid Class 5 driver's licence;
Ground Disturbance and CSTS-2020 an asset
Transportation:  Own reliable transportation required to travel to and from site daily
About Grizzly Trek Group Ltd.  Grizzly Trek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success. We work across Canada in mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.

The Role  Grizzly Trek is seeking Mini Excavator Operators to join our valued client's team on a trenching excavation project east of the City of Calgary. This is a contract position running approximately 4 to 6 weeks, Monday to Friday, with 8 to 10 hour days.
You will operate a mini excavator to dig, shape, and backfill trenches to grade and specification, working closely with the site supervisor, spotters, and ground crew to keep the work safe, accurate, and on schedule.
What You'll Do   Operate a mini excavator to excavate, trench, backfill, and grade to project specifications
Read and follow grade stakes, line markings, and direction from the supervisor and spotters
Dig safely around located underground utilities and follow all ground disturbance procedures
Maintain safe trench conditions, including sloping, benching, and shoring as directed
Load and move material, spoil, and debris around the work area
Complete pre-use equipment inspections and perform basic daily maintenance and greasing
Report equipment issues, hazards, and near misses promptly
Participate in daily hazard assessments and toolbox talks
What You Bring   Minimum 1 year of experience operating a mini excavator in construction or excavation
Ability to trench and grade accurately with minimal supervision
Solid understanding of excavation and trench safety practices
Valid Class 5 driver's licence and your own reliable transportation
Ability to commit to the full 4 to 6 week project, Monday to Friday
Own CSA-approved safety boots and standard PPE

Preferred Qualifications   Ground Disturbance Level II (201) certification
CSTS-2020 or equivalent construction safety training
Standard First Aid and CPR
Experience working around buried utilities and in residential or municipal servicing
Experience operating skid steers or other compact equipment
Work Environment   Outdoor work on an active trenching and excavation site east of Calgary, through fall weather conditions
Physically demanding work including standing, bending, and lifting on uneven ground
Daily commute to site in your own vehicle; no camp or site transportation provided
Strong safety culture with daily hazard assessments and toolbox talks

What We Offer   Steady Monday to Friday day-shift schedule with 8 to 10 hour days
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements
Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child
AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing
Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage)
Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days)
Ongoing training and career development support