Excavator Operator at Kieswetter Excavating — Ontario, CAN | Base Career

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Fourth-generation, family-owned and operated.
Best-in-class equipment and GPS/machine-control technology, kept well-maintained.
Continuous, year-round work — including winter and spring for the right operators.
Real growth: we promote from within.
Competitive wages, benefits, and company perks.
Exposure to a wide variety of heavy civil applications.
Operate heavy equipment across all functions of the sewer crew — mainline, laterals, dirt moving, and work in congested areas.
Interpret grade stakes and execute to grade.
Inspect, maintain, and care for assigned equipment.
Coordinate with your crew and management, plan ahead, and stay aware of the full scope of the task.
Organize project details, locates, and performance objectives.
Recognize, communicate, and eliminate hazards in line with our Company Safety Program.
Communicate discrepancies promptly and take on other tasks as needed.
Previous experience operating heavy equipment.
Strong mechanical skills.
Valid Ontario driver's license.
Ability to travel to job sites throughout Waterloo Region (some travel in Southern Ontario).
Reliable, consistent attendance and willingness to work regular overtime.
Strong communication skills and the ability to take direction and work cooperatively.
Physical strength and endurance to perform all duties safely.
A safety-first mindset.
Monday to Friday, with overtime and some weekend availability.
10–14-hour days depending on project demands.

Excavator Operator