Option Excavating Inc., a locally owned and operated company, specializes in full-service underground infrastructure installation. Our expertise includes the installation of water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer main lines and services. We proudly serve a diverse range of sectors, including municipal public works, petroleum, commercial, and residential industries.

Our comprehensive services also extend to the gas and commercial sectors. We offer excavating, grading, and hauling solutions for various projects across British Columbia and Alberta.

Option Excavating Inc. is seeking dedicated professionals to join our team and help us deliver top-notch infrastructure solutions. We have openings for the following positions:

Positions Available:

• Labourers
• Foremen
• Pipe Layer Helpers
• Pipelayers
• Top Men/Women
• Lead Hands
• Operators (Mainline, Backfill)
• Operators for Excavating and Side Hoe

Become a part of our skilled team at Option Excavating Inc. and contribute to our mission of excellence in infrastructure installation.

What We Offer:

• Industry-Competitive Wages: Including overtime pay.
• Positive and Professional Work Environment: Supportive and growth-oriented.
• Wage Adjustments: Based on proven ability and skill.
• Excellent Extended Health Coverage
• Matching RRSP Contributions
• Company Training Programs
• Tools and Safety Gear Provided
• Opportunities for Advancement: Within a company that values and invests in its employees.

Join Option Excavating Inc. and enjoy a rewarding career with a company that recognizes and appreciates the importance of its team members.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ability to shoot grades and establish grades.
• Cut and bevel pipe for ditch crew on installation.
• Properly prep and set up material for installation.
• Record and mark up drawings for as-builts at the end of the project.
• Work in a team environment with attention to safety and productivity
• Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Must be willing and able to learn general construction practices involving water, sewer, and road construction.
• Understand the issues involving ground disturbance and ability to work in and implement safe work practices and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Understand the issues involving ground disturbance and the ability to work in and implement safe work practices and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company's safety program and encourage all employees, subcontractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• These general responsibilities list does not include all responsibilities required for the position.

Position Requirements & Skills

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Three years of relevant experience
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry objects for full-day shifts.
• Follow all safety and job procedures.
• CSTS certification or ability to achieve.
• High school diploma/GED
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Possess the ability to operate required equipment safely and responsibly.
• Time management skills.
• The job requires working with tools, pipes, and materials.
• Ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 50 lbs for 50 feet is required.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., hard hats, safety boots, etc.) will be required.
• Ability to read specifications, blueprints, and as-builds.
• Can adapt to changing circumstances.
• Makes suggestions for improvement.
• Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current.
• Respect diversity - treat others with respect.

What will you get from us?

Industry-competitive wages, including overtime pay. A positive and professional work environment. Wage adjustments are paid upon proven ability and skill. We also provide excellent extended health coverage, matching RRSP, Company training, tools supplied, all safety gear supplied and the opportunity to excel and advance within a company that understands the importance of employees.

Option Excavating Inc. believes that diversity and inclusion are business drivers, so we maintain their importance. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retaining individuals of all backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of organizational success!

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.