Equipment Operator
M. Davis Landscape & Design Inc.
M. Davis Landscape & Design Inc. is seeking a reliable, experienced, and motivated Equipment Operator to join our team for the upcoming busy season.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience operating 5-tonne and/or 8-tonne excavators in residential and commercial landscape construction projects.
Join one of the largest landscape companies in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario and become part of a dedicated, growing team that values safety, quality workmanship, and career development.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 1–3 years of experience operating 5-tonne and/or 8-tonne excavators
- Experience operating skid steers, loaders, and backhoes
- Residential and commercial landscape construction experience required
- Ability to assist labour crews with general site work when equipment operation is not required
- Ability to read and understand utility locates
- Experience with final grading is considered an asset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Ability to work efficiently under deadlines
- Ability to load and unload trucks and equipment
- Must have reliable transportation
Key Responsibilities
- Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to company and industry standards
- Assist foremen and superintendents in completing daily project tasks and objectives
- Conduct daily electronic pre-use equipment inspections using a mobile device
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, including greasing and checking fluid levels
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including equipment and cab cleanliness
- Follow all company safety procedures, OHSA regulations, and site-specific safety requirements
- Participate in daily Pre-Job Safety Assessments (PSAs) and weekly toolbox talks
- Properly use PPE, protective devices, and required safety equipment
- Report hazards, incidents, unsafe conditions, or equipment defects immediately
- Adhere to Canadian Landscape Standards and company quality expectations
What we offer
- Competitive wages ($25-$30 per hour, based on experience)
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- A supportive team environment within one of Ottawa’s leading landscape construction companies
Apply today and grow your career with M. Davis Landscape & Design Inc.
