Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator)

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
• Strong 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