Calgary, Ab Operator/general labour Jobs – 41 Openings This Week

Hydrovac Operator
PTL Group —Calgary, AB
- $35–$43 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Heavy lifting
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Concrete Cutting Operator
Canwest Concrete Cutting & Coring Inc. —Calgary, AB
- $26–$29 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Driving
- Power tools
- Dental care
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General Labourer - Striker Bowling Solutions
splitsville —Calgary, AB
- $30 an hour
- Contract
- Carpentry
- Casual dining restaurant
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Production Operator
Ingenia Polymers Corp —Calgary, AB
- $30.15 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Oxidizer Helper - Fixed Term
IKO Industries Ltd. —Calgary, AB
- $28.18 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- English
- Forklift
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Oxidizer Helper
IKO Industries Ltd. —Calgary, AB
- $27.63 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- English
- Forklift
Machine Operator/General Labour
Machine Operator/General Labour —Calgary, AB
- $19.00–$27.17 an hour
- Full-time
- CAD
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Class 3 Labourer
Insituform Technologies Ltd. —Calgary, AB
- $24–$29 an hour
- Overtime
- Up to 50% travel
- Master's degree
- Travel
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14d
Class 5 Labourer
Insituform Technologies Ltd. —Calgary, AB
- $22–$25 an hour
- Overtime
- Up to 50% travel
- Travel
- Construction experience
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14d
Haul Truck/Mine Equipment Operator - Sparwood, B.C. - Permanent
Elk Valley Resources —Alberta
- $97,000–$118,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker
Trueman Distribution Ltd. —Calgary, AB
- From $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
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Arena Operator
Town of Okotoks —Okotoks, AB
- $58,482–$67,822 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
11d
Equipment Operator
Heidelberg Materials —Calgary, AB
- $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
Labourer
Sublatus Inc. —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
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Hydro Vac Operator
Clean Harbors —Calgary, AB
- $37.87–$40.04 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Driving
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Hotel Manager
D.C. Global Talent Inc. —Calgary, AB
- $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- Front desk
- Dental care
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Landscape Operator
Rimrock Landscaping —Calgary, AB
- $26–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction experience
- In-person
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Hydrovac Operator
Marathon Underground Constructors Corporation —Calgary, AB
- $36–$42 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
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General Manager
KFC Canada - FMI Group —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Leadership
- Restaurant
- Dental care
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Journeyperson Carpenter
Year Round Landscaping Inc. —Calgary, AB
- $34–$37 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- First Aid Certification
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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General Manager
KFC Canada - FMI Group —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Leadership
- Restaurant
- Dental care
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Experienced Retail Store Manager - Northern Canada
Northern / NorthMart —Alberta
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Relocation assistance
Owner Operator Cross Border
Trans Frt McNamara Inc. —Calgary, AB
- From $91,800 a year
- Full-time
- English
- In-person
- Commercial driving
- Flexible schedule
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Labourer - Hard and Soft Landscape Construction
Year Round Landscaping Inc. —Calgary, AB
- $22–$24 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Hydrovac Swamper
Marathon Underground Constructors Corporation —Calgary, AB
- $26–$34 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Construction experience
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Hydrovac Operator

PTL Group
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Company events
Employee assistance program
Vision care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Skills

Air Brake Endorsement
CPR Certification
Heavy lifting
Confined Space Certification
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
Class 1 Licence
First Aid Certification
Driving
Telecommunication
H2S Alive
Construction experience
CSTS
Commercial driving
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge
Class 3 Licence

Full job description

Hydrovac Operator

Company Overview

PTL Group is a Calgary-based utility construction contractor specializing in Hydrovac Excavation and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) for the installation and maintenance of underground utility infrastructure, including natural gas, electrical power, and telecommunications.

PTL has built its reputation on Safety, Efficiency, and Reliability. Our experienced management team and industry partners successfully deliver projects ranging from routine utility installations to complex infrastructure construction. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.

Due to continued growth and increasing demand for our services, PTL has recently expanded its Hydrovac fleet with four new units. We are actively seeking motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its employees, equipment, and future growth.

Position Summary

PTL is seeking an experienced Hydrovac Operator to join our growing utility construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation of hydrovac equipment to support utility construction, utility locating, daylighting, trenching, and excavation activities involving gas, power, telecommunications, and other underground infrastructure.

Hydrovac Operations

Safely operate hydrovac equipment in accordance with company policies, manufacturer specifications, and applicable regulations.
Perform daylighting, potholing, slot trenching, and excavation activities around existing underground utilities.
Support utility construction projects involving telecommunications, electrical power, natural gas, water, and other underground infrastructure.
Assist field crews with excavation and utility exposure activities as required.
Establish and maintain safe excavation zones around buried facilities.

Equipment Inspection & Maintenance

Conduct daily pre-trip, post-trip, and equipment inspections.
Identify and report mechanical deficiencies, safety concerns, and maintenance requirements.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning to ensure equipment remains in safe working condition.
Maintain hydrovac units, tools, and support equipment in a clean and professional manner.

Safety & Compliance

Follow all PTL safety policies, procedures, and client-specific requirements.
Ensure proper grounding and bonding procedures are established where required.
Participate in daily hazard assessments, tailgate meetings, and job safety analyses.
Comply with Alberta Ground Disturbance regulations and utility owner requirements.
Maintain awareness of overhead and underground hazards at all times.
Complete all required safety documentation accurately and on time.

Site Support

Load, unload, and transport equipment, tools, and materials.
Assist with site setup, traffic control, and general labour duties when required.
Maintain clean, organized, and professional work sites.
Remove debris and excess materials from excavation areas.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisors or Project Managers.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1 year experience operating a hydrovac truck in a utility construction environment.
Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver's Licence (minimum) with air brakes endorsement.
Clean Driver's Abstract with no major convictions.
Experience working around underground utility infrastructure.
Strong understanding of safe excavation and utility exposure practices.
Knowledge of Alberta Ground Disturbance requirements.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety.

Required Certifications

CSTS 2020
WHMIS
Ground Disturbance Level II

Preferred Certifications

Standard First Aid & CPR
H2S Alive
Confined Space Entry & Monitor
Equipotential Grounding & Bonding
Fall Protection

Skills & Competencies

Strong safety awareness and hazard recognition.
Ability to interpret utility locate markings and site drawings.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced construction environment.
Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs (23 kg) on a regular basis.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Ability to work in and around trenches, excavations, confined spaces, and active construction sites.
Ability to work extended hours, overtime, and occasional weekends as required.
Capable of wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications), plus an hourly premium for operating the hydrovac solo, without a swamper.

Travel

Travel to various project sites throughout Alberta may be required.

Work Location: Calgary, Alberta

Expected Start Date: Immediate

Pay: $35.00-$43.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care

Experience:

Hydrovac Operator (Utility Construction): 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

Class 1 or 3 License with Clean Abstract (required)

Work Location: In person

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