Posted 24 days ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
@ F. Peters Excavating (1996) Ltd.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
F. Peters Excavating (1996) Ltd. is hiring a full-time, seasonal heavy equipment operator to run excavators, graders, dozers and skid steers on road and earthworks projects. The work includes excavation, grading, material handling and daily equipment inspections, with extended hours and Saturdays during construction season.
Responsibilities:
- Operate excavators, graders, dozers and skid steers
- Perform excavation, grading and material handling
- Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and circle checks
- Maintain and clean equipment and report mechanical issues
- Assist with snow removal and labour tasks
Requirements summary:
- 1-2 years heavy equipment experience in construction
- Valid Class 5 licence and clean drivers abstract
- Experience operating excavators and earthmoving equipment
- CSA-approved steel-toed boots required
- Willingness to work extended hours and Saturdays
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · saskjobs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, overtime, weekends |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Construction site, Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
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F. Peters Excavating (1996) Ltd.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Description
Who We Are
Peters Excavating Ltd. is a Saskatchewan-based construction and excavation company serving communities since 1956. We specialize in earthwork, grading, site servicing, demolition, concrete removal, and related civil projects of all sizes.
About the Role
As a Heavy Equipment Operator at Peters Excavating, you will operate equipment such as excavators, graders, dozers, and skid steers to support road construction and earthworks projects.
This role requires safe equipment operation, attention to grade and site conditions, and a strong commitment to maintaining equipment and following safe work practices.
Key Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment including excavators, graders, dozers, and skid steers
Perform excavation, backfilling, rough and fine grading, and material handling
Load trucks and manage stockpiling of materials
Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and complete circle checks
Clean, lubricate, and maintain equipment to ensure safe operation
Perform minor equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues
Follow company safety policies, safe ground disturbance procedures, and site safety requirements
Assist with snow removal operations when required
Work with foremen and crew members to complete projects safely and efficiently
Assist with labour tasks when required
Qualifications
1-2 years of experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment
Valid Class 5 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract
Experience operating excavators and other earthmoving equipment
Mechanical aptitude considered an asset
Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification considered an asset
Class 3A or 1A license considered an asset
CSA-approved steel-toed boots required
Willingness to work extended hours and Saturdays during construction season
Seasonal position - dependent on weather and workload
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