Job Id: 6481

A & A Excavating Ltd

info@aaex.ca

Burnaby

British Columbia

Full Time

A & A Excavation Ltd. is seeking skilled and dedicated Excavation Labourers to join our growing team!

We are a leading excavation company with our office in Burnaby, BC, working on various projects across the Lower Mainland of Vancouver. If you have experience in excavation and shoring and are ready for challenging, rewarding work, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As an Excavation Labourer, you will perform a range of physically demanding and essential tasks, focusing on general excavation duties and supporting shotcrete shoring operations.

General Excavation Duties

• Operate hand and power tools such as shovels, jackhammers, and compactors.
• Assist with digging, trenching, and grading.
• Remove debris, rocks, and excess soil from work areas.
• Support heavy equipment operators (e.g., excavators, backhoes) under supervision.
• Set up barricades, fencing, and safety structures.
• Backfill trenches and compact earth.
• Load and unload construction materials and tools.

Shotcrete Shoring Responsibilities

• Assist with setup of rebar, wire mesh, and reinforcement.
• Prepare and handle hoses, compressors, and other shotcrete equipment.
• Mix and load shotcrete materials according to specifications.
• Apply shotcrete layers to excavation walls or slopes (under supervision or if certified).
• Ensure proper curing and finishing of applied shotcrete.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for adhesion.
• Maintain safe distances and communication during spraying.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all site safety protocols and wear required PPE (hard hat, gloves, steel-toed boots, etc.).
• Report hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to the supervisor.
• Assist in securing trenches and excavation walls to prevent cave-ins.
• Participate in daily toolbox talks and follow instructions from foremen and engineers.
• Keep the worksite clean, organized, and free of hazards.

Requirements

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years of experience specifically within the excavation & shoring industry is required.
• Physical Expectations: Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and prolonged standing, and work in varying weather conditions and confined spaces when necessary.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with other trades and labourers to meet project deadlines.

How to Apply

Please send your resume by email to: info@aaex.ca

No phone calls please. Thank you.