Excavator Operator

Municipal Group of Companies • Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada • Posted March 18, 2026

Location Amherst, Nova Scotia

Job Type Full-time

Category Extraction Workers

Posted March 18, 2026

Dexter Construction, part of the Municipal Group of Companies, offers a variety of construction services such as paving and aggregates within northern Nova Scotia. We are currently looking for Excavator Operators to join our operations out of Amherst, NS.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Foreman, the Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment to excavate, move, load, and grade materials such as earth, rock, and gravel on the worksite. The Excavator Operator is also responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the excavator
Ensure trench is excavated to the proper depth, grade, and slope
Follow directions of ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement and grading
Ability to cut grade with minimal time spent on excavating to ensure production is on schedule
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