Backfill Operator: Excavation & Trench Crew Pro

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Vision plans

Weekly paychecks

401(k) with 3.5% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Garney is seeking a Backfill Operator in Indianapolis to operate machinery for digging, backfilling, trenching, and related tasks on site. Prior construction experience is required, with potential laborer duties as needed. The role supports active project teams and adheres to safety standards.

The position emphasizes physical work, willingness to travel, and overtime as part of a construction crew. Training and hands-on maintenance responsibilities are included to ensure equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in construction experience.
• Utility work experience preferred.
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Willing to work overtime and travel.

Responsibilities

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid.
• Backfill in a safe manner as part of a crew.
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
• Move the trench boxes from the ditch.

Skills

Construction experience

Tools

Equipment operation and maintenance

Job description

Garney is seeking a Backfill Operator in Indianapolis to operate machinery for digging, backfilling, trenching, and related tasks on site. Prior construction experience is required, with potential laborer duties as needed. The role supports active project teams and adheres to safety standards.

The position emphasizes physical work, willingness to travel, and overtime as part of a construction crew. Training and hands-on maintenance responsibilities are included to ensure equipment reliability.