NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. We have the unique ability to undertake complex, multi-faceted public and private sector projects within a single contract. Our businesses have been making Anything. Possible. for over 65 years!

BEL Contracting has excelled in civil contracting across Western Canada, focusing on underground utility and road construction. Our expertise spans transportation and infrastructure projects for provincial, municipal, and private clients, ensuring quality through safety, efficiency, and budget adherence. We offer tailored construction solutions, including planning, design services, grading, excavating, culvert and utility installations.

We are currently looking for Excavating Operator to join our team for exciting Infrastructure projects in and around the Lower Mainland (Vancouver Area) of BC

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate in a safe and respectful manner at all times on NorLand & client job sites
• Set a high standard for quality of work that helps to elevate the skills of the rest of the team
• Work with Field Supervisors and Crew to perform various tasks including bulk & detailed Excavations, trenching, backfill and servicing utility installations
• Ensure effective communication at all times with the ground field crew
• Ability to report on excavation progress and any potential issues as they arise to Field Supervisors
• Perform daily pre-inspection machinery safety checks and service
• Attend, and be an active participant in all safety meetings

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years working experience required on 20-30ton size excavators
• Primary experience is on an Excavator, but ability to operate backhoe, dozer, &/or loader an asset
• Achieves maximum production with full attention to crew safety and the prevention of incidents
• Understands & completes daily equipment service requirements and inspection log
• Participates in safe work planning and communicates effectively
• Has experience with various shoring types and excavations
• Has experience working with pipe crews and is comfortable working in tight urban environments and near traffic
• Has experience digging around live utilities
• Can cut slope, tench or grade to finish tolerance
• Experience with GPS systems an asset
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to identify mechanical/safety issues with equipment

This is a Unionized position with LiUNA! Local 1611 Construction & Specialized Workers’ Union. This position will earn Union wages and will have access to extended Union healthcare and benefits, a Union-sponsored pension plan, and additional training through the Training Plan.

Expected wage range: Unionized wage range for this position is $42.10 - $49.53 per hour (wage subject to negotiation based on candidate's experience) plus 12% vacation/statutory holiday pay.

Only candidates who are most qualified for the position will be contacted.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and hiring practices.