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Excavator Operator

Municipal Group of Companies
Full-time Amherst, Nova Scotia Extraction Workers
Posted:
March 18, 2026
Location:
Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Description

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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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Amherst, Canada
    Posted: March 18, 2026
    Deadline: April 27, 2026