Backhoe Operator, Pipelayer, Foreman, Labourers
Job Description
Strathcona Excavating Inc. is a professional contractor that specializes in the repair and installation of water and wastewater infrastructure.
We are hiring for the following positions for the 2026 construction season:
Backhoe Operator
- A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Backhoe Operator
- Experience must include: working on residential underground utility projects
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner.
- Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Read and interpret ground markings and locate tickets.
- Dig trenches to proper grade and depth
- Experience working with shoring.
- Ability to load and secure equipment for transport to and from site.
Pipelayer
- Minimum of 3+ years experience
- Check grades for conformance using levels/lasers.
- Cut pipes to required lengths.
- Connect pipe pieces and seal joints.
- Install or repair water, storm water and/or sewer assemblies.
- Additional skills that would be an asset: Lay out pipe routes, follow written instructions or blueprints and coordinate layouts with foremen/women.
Foreman/woman
- Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership role
- Ability to read and understand drawings and utility locates
- Ability to lead a crew and allocate tasks on a day to day basis
Labourer
- Experience in the construction industry preferred
- Must be physically fit
Required Experience for all positions
- Preference given to those with residential water and sewer experience.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation
- Must be physically fit.
- Safety certifications pertaining to position, or the ability to obtain such.
Additional Requirements
- CSA approved steel toed boots.
- These positions often require overtime and are seasonal in nature.
- Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing
- Successful completion of Company Orientation and required courses
- Positions noted may require additional responsibilities not listed above.
Available positions are for the upcoming 2026 season with a start date in April.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $22.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sherwood Park, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- water and sewer project: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Drivers License (required)
Work Location: In person
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