About us
We believe in leaving every job, site and experience better than how we found it. We all benefit from making things better.
We've Changed Our Name but Not Our Focus On Providing Great Service.
Changing our operating name from Ontario Excavac to OE Utility Services is now more reflective of the broad range of end-to-end services we provide for utility companies. In addition to our industry-leading hydro excavation services, we offer an array of expert water & gas distribution specialty services along with best-in-class restoration and soil processing. What hasn't changed is leaving things better than how we found them. It's how we all benefit from meaningful work, done right the first time.
VISION AND VALUES
Our vision and values are grounded in our focus on sustainable environmental business practices. Working with forward-thinking companies, OE strives to be an industry leader. We are committed to applying new, proven technologies combined with LEAN enterprise thinking to provide the best value to our customers, while keeping the environment safe and healthy.
We View Value Through The Eyes Of Our Customers.
You get more out, in less time, for less cost, with less risk.
Groundbreaking Utility Support Services, Driven By Unparalleled Safety And Sustainability
To Help Our Communities Thrive.
Our Vision
Our core values guide the way we conduct ourselves with our customers and each other.
RESPECT Each other
We approach each other with honesty, trust, care, and mutual respect. We embrace inclusivity.
Be responsive
We strive to be engaged and committed to the success of our Customers, our people, our industry, and our communities. We are forward-thinkers, continuously improving.
Champion Safety
We are relentless in improving physical and emotional well-being.
Do the right thing
We always act ethically. We take concrete actions to attain sustainable, social, and environmental objectives.
Our Core Values
Leadership Team
Leaders For A Brighter Future
As a forward-thinking leadership team, we benefit from a diverse range of knowledge and expertise to continually improve our customer experience. Getting more out of each other’s differences returns more value to our customers, company and the environments in which we operate.
List of Services
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DAVID BRANIGANItem Link
Chief Financial Officer
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BARRY WOODItem Link List Item 1
President & Chief Executive Officer
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TONY KERWINItem Link
Chief Operating Officer
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GEORGE CHUNGItem Link
Chief Sales Officer
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NICOLE CHAPMANItem Link List Item 3
Senior Director, People & Culture
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ZOLTAN POPItem Link
Manager, South Western Ontario
Regional Business Unit
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CHRIS PENICItem Link
Director, Customer Relationships
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ELLEN D’ALESSIOItem Link
Manager, Durham Regional Business Unit
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MARK GRIMLEYItem Link
Senior Manager, Field, and Construction Services
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JASON WALKERItem Link
Manager, Barrie Regional Business Unit
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TODD DESJARDINSItem Link
Manager, Ottawa Regional Business Unit
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
“I was very impressed with the OE team. Communication was excellent before, during and after the repair work on my property. The team was extremely professional, skilled, and experienced. I couldn’t be happier with OE Utility Services.”
- Frank - Home owner
"OE helped us complete a difficult water box repair. The OE crew were not only responsive during an after-hours emergency, they were extremely knowledgeable, solution-oriented, fast, and easy to work with. Thank you!"
- Municipal Services Inspector
JOIN OUR TEAM
Enduring success comes from the engagement of our people. Our culture of collaboration cultivates a continuous improvement mindset, not only in our work environment but in our work performance too. Come join our team. Please view our current openings below.
Please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process.
A Culture of Collaboration
A safe and inclusive workplace is a top priority at OE.
Company Timeline
Over 20 Years of Excellence
OE has built its reputation on providing exceptional customer service. Simply, we put our customers first.
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1995 - Opened
Ontario Excavac opened its business in MIssissauga with 1 hydrovac truck.
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1996 - 2 Trucks
Expanded to 2 hydrovac trucks and began working with electrical utilities.
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1999 - Larger Facility
Moved to a larger 1,300 sq. ft. facility in Etobicoke.
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2000 - 4 Trucks
Expanded to 4 hydrovac trucks.
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2007 - 10 Trucks
Expanded to 10 hydrovac trucks.
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2008 - Excavator of the Year
Awarded Excavator of the Year - Electric, and began working with gas utilities.
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2013 - 25 Trucks
Continued to expand operations with 25 hydrovac trucks.
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2014 - Larger Facility
Moved to a larger 26,000 sq. ft. facility in Mississauga.
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2015 - Utility Contractor Association Safety Award (and every year since).
2015 - Received Utility Contractor Association Safety Award (and every year since).
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2016 - Larger Facility
Moved to a larger 95,000 sq. ft. facility, 7-acre site in the GTA, with 32 hydrovac trucks.
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2017 - Launched ClearLine
Launched ClearLine using Envirologics watermain cleaning technology. Completed 11,000 water service repairs for the City of Toronto under the Smart Water Meter Program.
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2018 - Soil Processing and Recycling Facility
New, on premise, soil processing and recycling facility begins operating. Received COR Certification.
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2019 - New Hamilton and Barrie locations
Expanded with new locations in Hamilton and Barrie, Awarded Excavator of the Year - Electric.
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2020 - 37 Trucks
Completing 11,000+ jobs each year and expanded to 25 hydrovac trucks.
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2023 - 40+ truck
Ontario Excavac changed its name to OE Utility Services.
Completing 11,000+ jobs each year.
Added locations in SW Ontario and Oshawa.
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2024 - 67 trucks
New Ottawa and London locations. Now, 7 locations across Ontario.
Offering a broad range of ancillary services.
OE is recognized as a Safe Employer by SOSE.
OE is awarded Hydrovac Excavator of the Year.
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2025 - 70 trucks
New Ottawa and London locations. Now, 7 locations across Ontario.
Offering a broad range of ancillary services.
OE is recognized as a Safe Employer by SOSE.
OE is awarded Hydrovac Excavator of the Year.
Community Impact
OE is a VIP sponsor of the Enbridge United Way Golf Tournament and continues to be a major sponsor and supporter of the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer.
OE and its employees support the Daily Bread Food Bank.
Making a positive impact beyond the job site
OE is an active member of the Vaughan community where its corporate head office is located.
OE strives to positively impact the lives of people every day and is a major supporter of the Mackenzie Health Foundation, SickKids Foundation, St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, United Way, Movember, Canada’s Great Kitchen Party, Younge Street Mission, Covenant House Toronto, Kim's Swim, Cody Shaw - Go Cart Racer and Miranda Tomenson - Professional Triathlete.
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