Loader Operator - Underground Utilities

KLS Earthworks is hiring an experienced Loader Dozer Operator to join our underground utilities team.

This position is ideal for an operator who is comfortable working around active utility installations, excavations, crews, and equipment in a fast-paced civil construction environment.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada.

Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

• Safely operate wheel loaders on underground utility and civil construction projects.
• Support installation and maintenance of water, sanitary, storm, and other underground utilities.
• Load, move, stockpile, and place materials including gravel, sand, pipe bedding, and backfill.
• Supply excavators and underground crews with materials as required.
• Load trucks and move materials efficiently around the site.
• Perform backfilling and assist with site grading and cleanup.
• Work safely around open excavations, existing utilities, ground personnel, and other equipment.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow site-specific safety requirements, procedures, and direction from supervisors and foremen.
• Assist the crew with general site activities when required.

• Previous loader operating experience is required, preferably in underground utilities or civil construction.