Excavator Operator for Roadway & Utility Projects

Southeastern Site Development; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Southeastern Site Development is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator (Backhoe / Trackhoe) for projects across the Coastal Georgia region—Savannah. You will support grading, trenching, and utility installation on active sites, working with a skilled team to deliver high-quality roadway and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience, a focus on safety, and the ability to read grade stakes while operating excavators and other heavy machinery

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating excavators or trackhoes.
• Ability to read grade stakes or understand site layout.
• Ability to work safely on active construction job sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate Heavy Equipment to dig trenches, cut grade, load/unload trucks, and lay pipe.
• Excavate for underground utilities including water, sewer, and storm systems.
• Assist with roadway and site development construction.
• Perform grading and ensure slope is on grade.
• Follow grade stakes, site plans, and directions from field leadership.
• Work safely around crews installing utilities and other heavy equipment.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance checks.
• Maintain productivity while following all safety requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Grade stakes reading

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work

Dependable transportation

Tools

GPS machine control

Job description

Southeastern Site Development is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator (Backhoe / Trackhoe) for projects across the Coastal Georgia region—Savannah. You will support grading, trenching, and utility installation on active sites, working with a skilled team to deliver high-quality roadway and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience, a focus on safety, and the ability to read grade stakes while operating excavators and other heavy machinery