Excavator Operator

Cannonball Recruiting LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

6 Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance 35k

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Insurance

Job summary

Cannonball Recruiting LLC is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support utility installation and trenchless operations on regional projects. The role requires operating track excavators and related heavy equipment, while ensuring safety and efficiency on site.

Extensive overnight travel is required, with Maryland-focused work and nearby project sites. Pay is $35-$42 per hour based on experience, with standard benefits after 90 days and pre-employment checks as applicable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of excavator or heavy equipment operating experience.
• Ability to read plans and adapt to field conditions.
• Strong safety awareness and team-oriented mindset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate track excavators and related heavy equipment on utility construction sites.
• Perform excavation, material handling, loading/unloading, and rigging.
• Execute deep excavations using trench boxes, shoring systems, and sheeting.
• Maintain safe excavation practices, including protection of personnel and existing utilities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and follow all site safety requirements.
• Work closely with field supervision to complete work safely and efficiently.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading plans

Physical stamina

Tools

Track excavators

Rigging equipment

Shoring systems

Job description

Excavator Operator

Pay: $35-$42/hr based on experience

Travel: Extensive Overnight Travel required

Summary:

An established underground construction contractor is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support utility installation and trenchless operations across regional projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate track excavators and related heavy equipment on utility construction sites
• Perform excavation, material handling, loading/unloading, and rigging
• Execute deep excavations using trench boxes, shoring systems, and sheeting
• Maintain safe excavation practices, including protection of personnel and existing utilities
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and follow all site safety requirements
• Work closely with field supervision to complete work safely and efficiently

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of excavator or heavy equipment operating experience
• Ability to read plans and adapt to field conditions
• Strong safety awareness and team-oriented mindset
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting to 50 lbs.

Preferred:

• Experience in trenchless construction methods
• Welding ability: must be able to pass a weld test if required
• CDL (preferred, not required)

Travel Requirements

• Travel to project sites required, including overnight stays
• Work primarily throughout Maryland and surrounding areas

Benefits available the 1st of the month after 90-days:

• Paid Time Off
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for 401k after 1st Year (with company match up to 2%)
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance 35k **(Additional Voluntary Life Insurance available)**
• Employer Paid Dental with Optional Buy Up Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Insurance - Standard deductible responsibility: Single 1k / Family 2k
• FSA-Flexible Savings Account
• AFLAC – various plans/coverages available
• TELADOC – U.S. board-certified doctors are available 24/7/365 to resolve many of your medical issues through phone or video consults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and a valid driver's license.