nova scotia excavator operator Jobs – 82 Openings This Week

Landscaping Crew Foreperson (Lead Hand)
DreamScape Yard Creations —Timberlea, NS
- $25–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Time management
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excavator operator
MOORE BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION LTD —Bedford, NS
- $27–$32 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Construction
excavator operator
G & C Hughes Enterprises Limited —New Ross, NS
- $20–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Profit sharing
- Dental care
8d
heavy equipment operator
Chapman Bros. Construction Ltd. —New Glasgow, NS
- $23–$29 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Captivated Construction —Halifax, NS
- $30–$36 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Equipment Operator/Labourer
Haliscape Construction —Halifax, NS
- $25–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- First Aid Certification
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Driver/Operator
Parks Canada —Chéticamp, NS
- $28.82–$31.31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- Driving
Landscape Gardener
Trim Landscaping —Bedford, NS
- $20–$27 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Communication skills
- Vision care
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Municipal Group of Companies —Goodwood, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Communication skills
Landscape Construction Labourer
Mahoney Excavation and Landscaping —Antigonish Landing, NS
- $16.91–$24.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Power tools
- Construction
- In-person
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Machine Operator 1 - SPS
Loram Maintenance of Way —Caledonia, NS
- $24–$25 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Heavy equipment operation
- Writing skills
- Paid time off
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Driver/Operator - Road Maintenance II
Parks Canada —Cape Breton, NS
- $28.82–$31.31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- Driving
Landscaper Wanted
Linney Landscaping —Hammonds Plains, NS
- $20–$30 an hour
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
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Mechanic Apprentice (Heavy Duty Equipment) (Miller Lake) (2 Positions)
Province of Nova Scotia —Miller Lake, NS
- $24.50–$32.91 an hour
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
8d
Landscape Lead Hand & Equipment Operator
Captivated Construction —Halifax, NS
- $23–$26 an hour
- Overtime
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
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3d
Landscape Construction
Green Ideas Landscaping —Halifax, NS
- $21–$27 an hour
- Temporary
- Power tools
- Construction
- In-person
- Dental care
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9d
Labourer – Excavation / Landscaping
Captivated Construction —Halifax, NS
- $19–$23 an hour
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- Construction
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3d
Landscape Technician Level 1-4
Cabot Link at Inverness Limited Partnership —Inverness, NS
- Seasonal
- No experience needed
- Employee assistance program
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Landscaper/Labourer
J Hayman Land Management —Halifax, NS
- $18–$20 an hour
- Seasonal
- Power tools
- Construction
- Hand tools
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8d
Landscaper/Labourer
Cypress Landscaping Ltd. —Halifax, NS
- $16–$23 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- Construction
- In-person
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Landscaping Crew Foreperson (Lead Hand)

DreamScape Yard Creations
Timberlea, NS

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Job details

Full-time
$25–$35 an hour
12 hours ago

Qualifications

Plant identification
Class 5 Licence
Landscape maintenance
Supervising experience
Time management

Full job description

About Us:

At Dreamscapes Yard Creations Landscaping, we transform outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional and sharp looking yards. We pride ourselves on high-quality craftsmanship, reliability, and a strong team culture. We are currently looking for an experienced, motivated, and reliable Landscaping Foreperson to lead our crew and bring our clients' outdoor dreams to life.

Job Summary - As the Landscaping Foreperson, you will be the driving force on our job sites. You will manage a small team, coordinate daily tasks, and work hands-on alongside your crew to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to our high standards. This role requires strong technical landscaping skills and excellent leadership abilities.

Key Responsibilities : Lead, motivate, and train a crew of 2–4 landscapers on daily project tasks. On-Site Management: Review designs, manage daily schedules, and ensure materials and equipment are ready. Hands-on Execution: Perform high-quality landscaping work, including softscaping, sodding, planting, hardscaping, retaining walls, interlocking stone. Safety & Quality Control: Enforce safety protocols, ensure proper tool usage, and maintain a clean, organized job site. Client Interaction: Act as the primary on-site contact for clients, answering basic questions and maintaining professional communication. Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the daily care, cleaning, and safe operation of company trucks, trailers, and machinery.

Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional landscaping experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or lead hand role. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of softscaping, hardscaping, grading, and plant identification. Equipment Knowledge: Proficiency operating, skid steers, mini-excavators, and various power tools is a strong asset. Driver’s License: Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean abstract (ability to tow a trailer is highly preferred).Physical Fitness: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs. Soft Skills: Excellent communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer - Competitive hourly wage based on experience. High-quality tools, equipment, and a supportive, energetic, and professional team environment.

How to Apply If you are ready to lead a team and take pride in building sharp looking spaces, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief summary of your landscaping exoerience. Dreamscapes Landscaping is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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