Excavator Operator - Arizona

PCL Construction; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Construction, a safety‑oriented leader in civil and infrastructure projects, seeks an experienced Excavator Operator for our Yuma, Arizona job site. You will operate excavators safely, read blueprints, and support site teams to meet production goals.

Applicants should have 3+ years in civil or underground construction, the ability to dig to grade, and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe work area. The role offers hourly pay between $32 and $35 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of excavator operating experience in civil or underground construction (preferred).
• Proven experience digging around existing underground utilities.
• Ability to dig accurately to grade and within tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of job-site safety and excavation best practices.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and site plans.
• Comfortable working in various weather and site conditions.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing, walking trenches, and long periods of equipment operation.
• Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• This is a safety‑sensitive position. Candidates must be able to comply with the company’s drug‑free workplace policy, including pre‑employment and job‑related testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators safely and efficiently for civil construction projects.
• Perform precise excavation for underground utilities, including trenching, backfilling, and grading.
• Dig to grade and maintain proper line, level, and slope based on project plans.
• Read and interpret construction plans, stakes, and grade markings.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Conduct routine maintenance, including greasing, cleaning, and fueling equipment daily.
• Operate multiple types of heavy equipment as needed (loaders, skid steers, etc.).
• Work closely with foremen, laborers, and other operators to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
• Follow all company safety policies and job-site safety procedures.
• Assist with job-site setup, utility exposure, and general earthwork tasks as needed.

Skills

Exp excavator operation

Job description

Excavator Operator - Arizona - Yuma, Arizona (Job Number: 134127)

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and we can help you build a career you're proud of.

We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operators in Yuma, AZ .

How you will contribute to the team:

• Operate excavators safely and efficiently for civil construction projects.

• Perform precise excavation for underground utilities, including trenching, backfilling, and grading.

• Dig to grade and maintain proper line, level, and slope based on project plans.

• Read and interpret construction plans, stakes, and grade markings.

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.

• Conduct routine maintenance, including greasing, cleaning, and fueling equipment daily.

• Operate multiple types of heavy equipment as needed (loaders, skid steers, etc.).

• Work closely with foremen, laborers, and other operators to meet production goals.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.

• Follow all company safety policies and job-site safety procedures.

• Assist with job-site setup, utility exposure, and general earthwork tasks as needed.

What you will bring to the role:

• 3+ years of excavator operating experience in civil or underground construction (preferred).

• Proven experience digging around existing underground utilities.

• Ability to dig accurately to grade and within tight tolerances.

• Strong understanding of job-site safety and excavation best practices.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and site plans.

• Comfortable working in various weather and site conditions.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing, walking trenches, and long periods of equipment operation.

• Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.

• This is a safety‑sensitive position. Candidates must be able to comply with the company’s drug‑free workplace policy, including pre‑employment and job‑related testing.

PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The salary range for this position is between $32 and $35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. The total rewards package includes an comprehensive benefits, retirement plan plus matching and career development programs.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants an will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Together, we can build success and a better future.

Company: PCL Construction, Inc.

Job Posting: Oct 02, 2026

Closing Date: Dec 31, 2026

Primary Location: United States-Arizona-Yuma