Heavy Equipment Operator – Sewer & Site Servicing, Bulk Excavation, Foundation Work:
Kieswetter Excavating is a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy civil contractor and one of the Waterloo Region's leaders in excavating, site grading, and site servicing. We work on many of the area's highest-profile projects, and our operation runs on the latest GPS technology — from estimating through machine control — making us a recognized North American leader in technology adoption in our industry.
We're hiring skilled, motivated heavy equipment operators who take pride in their workmanship, their machines, and on-the-job safety. If that's you, we'd like to hear from you.
Why operators choose Kieswetter:
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Fourth-generation, family-owned and operated.
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Best-in-class equipment and GPS/machine-control technology, kept well-maintained.
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Continuous, year-round work — including winter and spring for the right operators.
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Real growth: we promote from within.
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Competitive wages, benefits, and company perks.
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Exposure to a wide variety of heavy civil applications.
What you'll do:
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Operate heavy equipment across all functions of the sewer crew — mainline, laterals, dirt moving, and work in congested areas.
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Interpret grade stakes and execute to grade.
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Inspect, maintain, and care for assigned equipment.
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Coordinate with your crew and management, plan ahead, and stay aware of the full scope of the task.
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Organize project details, locates, and performance objectives.
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Recognize, communicate, and eliminate hazards in line with our Company Safety Program.
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Communicate discrepancies promptly and take on other tasks as needed.
What you bring:
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Previous experience operating heavy equipment.
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Strong mechanical skills.
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Valid Ontario driver's license.
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Ability to travel to job sites throughout Waterloo Region (some travel in Southern Ontario).
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Reliable, consistent attendance and willingness to work regular overtime.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to take direction and work cooperatively.
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Physical strength and endurance to perform all duties safely.
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A safety-first mindset.
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday, with overtime and some weekend availability.
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10–14-hour days depending on project demands.
Location: Primarily Waterloo Region, with some travel across Southern Ontario.
