Excavator Operator (Pipe Crew)

Vogel Bros. Building Co.; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Vogel Bros. Building Co. is hiring an Equipment Operator / Tradesman for water and wastewater construction in Florida (Pasco County).

Must have reliable transportation to travel to jobsites and the ability to work outdoors on challenging sites. You will operate a range of heavy equipment, assist with manual tasks, and uphold safety and quality standards. We value teamwork, strong problem-solving, and time management.

Qualifications

• Experience operating construction equipment (water/wastewater a plus).
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials and safe work practices.
• Valid driver’s license; certifications on equipment preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform outdoor labor.
• Team player with good judgment and time management.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes, forklifts).
• Perform manual construction tasks when not operating equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, attend safety meetings, and set the standard for safe operations.
• Support the crew by keeping equipment, tools, and work areas clean and maintained.
• Communicate with supervisors to keep projects on track and meet quality standards.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team player

Time management

Job description

Description

*FLORIDA Location- Pasco County

Must have reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

An Equipment Operator is responsible for the quality and completion of all assigned tasks in compliance with Vogel Bros. Building Co. Quality Control and Safety Programs.

Equipment Operator / Tradesman – Water & Wastewater Construction

What You’ll Do:

• Operate and maintain a wide range of heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes, forklifts, etc.).
• Perform manual construction tasks when not operating equipment (digging, grading, formwork, concrete work, pipe installation).
• Follow safety procedures, attend safety meetings, and set the standard for safe operations.
• Support your crew by keeping equipment, tools, and work areas clean and maintained.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors to keep projects on track and meet quality standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with construction equipment operations (water/wastewater a plus).
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials, and safe work practices.
• Valid driver’s license required; certifications on equipment preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and perform manual labor outdoors.
• Team player with solid judgment, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Why Vogel Bros.?

• Family-owned with over 150 years of proven excellence.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and community.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth opportunities through training and development.

If you’re a hardworking tradesman who takes pride in building infrastructure that matters, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

Excavator experience

Pipeline experience

Time management

Interpersonal experience

Construction foundation preparation