Posted 3 months ago
Excavator Operator
@ Firma Contracting Inc.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
Firma Contracting Inc. is hiring an experienced Excavator Operator for full-time temporary work on underground water and sewer projects in Saskatchewan. The role installs municipal utilities alongside pipe crews, with a strong emphasis on safety and production. The posting offers competitive wages, health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching program.
Responsibilities:
- Install underground utilities in residential and commercial areas
- Work with pipe crews to install pipe safely and to quality
- Lower materials using proper rigging procedures
- Complete daily equipment inspections and maintenance
- Follow excavation and trenching legislation and the company safety program
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years as a mainline excavator operator
- Municipal underground utility experience required
- Exceptionally safety-conscious
- Able to work independently and follow foreman instruction
- Strong communication skills
- Ground Disturbance Level 2 required
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Ground Disturbance Level 2, CSTS 2020, SCOT, WHMIS 2015 |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Firma Contracting Inc.
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Full company description
FIRMA CONTRACTING IS A LEADING CIVIL CONTRACTOR BASED IN SASKATOON AND EDMONTON. WE PROVIDE OUR CLIENTS WITH A COMPREHENSIVE, VALUE-ADD APPROACH TO CIVIL CONTRACTING AND SPECIALIZE IN A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, SEWER AND EARTHWORKS. We are committed to our clients’ needs and satisfaction. By providing input into the planning and design of projects prior to commencement of construction, our goal is to assist our clients in finding ways to reduce costs and shorten schedules wherever possible. Our company mission is to perform the highest level of work quality within a safe environment, on time and on budget. Firma provides transparency, value and efficient project management to all of our clients while building positive, trustworthy relationships along the way.
- LinkedIn followers
- 347
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 26
- Reported office locations
- 310 Wall Street, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1N7, CA
- Edmonton, Alberta, CA
- Other recorded names
- Firma Contracting Inc.
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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FIRMA CONTRACTING IS A LEADING CIVIL CONTRACTOR BASED IN SASKATOON AND EDMONTON. WE PROVIDE OUR CLIENTS WITH A COMPREHENSIVE, VALUE-ADD APPROACH TO CIVIL CONTRACTING AND SPECIALIZE IN A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, SEWER AND EARTHWORKS. We are committed to our clients’ needs and satisfaction. By providing input into the planning and design of projects prior to commencement of construction, our goal is to…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Saskatoon, SK |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2017 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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Excavator Operator
Firma Contracting is currently seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to work on underground / water & sewer projects located in Saskatchewan. We offer competitive wages, work / life balance, health and dental benefits, great opportunity for advancement, training and company matching RRSP program.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
- Installation of underground utilities in residential / commercial areas
- Work closely with pipe crews to install pipe - ensuring a high level of safety, communication and quality
- Adherence to legislation for excavation and trenching requirements
- Lower materials to pipe crews using proper rigging mechanisms and procedures
- Operate equipment in close proximity to ground personnel and other equipment
- Ensure work is always done safely, to the highest quality standard while maintaining strong production
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program
- Daily equipment inspections and maintenance
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner with honesty and integrity
Required Skills:
- 3+ years of experience as a Mainline Excavator Operator
- Municipal underground utility experience is required
- Exceptionally safety conscious
- Able to work independently and follow instruction from the superintendent / foreman
- Ability to operate other equipment is an asset
- Strong communication skills
Required Certifications:
- Ground Disturbance Level 2 (required)
- CSTS 2020 / SCOT
- WHMIS 2015
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