Excavator Operator (Pipe Crew)

Vogel Bros. Building Co.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Vogel Bros. Building Co. in Florida seeks an Equipment Operator/Tradesman to support water and wastewater construction projects.

This hands-on role is fast-paced and essential to building critical infrastructure for communities. You will operate heavy equipment, assist with manual tasks, follow safety programs, and keep tools and sites organized while collaborating with the crew to meet quality standards. The position requires reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and the physical

Qualifications

• Experience operating construction equipment; water/wastewater exposure is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required; equipment certifications preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform outdoor manual labor.
• Reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a wide range of heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes, forklifts, etc.).
• Assist with manual construction tasks (digging, grading, formwork, concrete work, pipe installation).
• Follow safety procedures, attend safety meetings, and promote safe operations.
• Support 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 knowledge

Team player

Time management

Problem-solving

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Description

FLORIDA location

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

Build your career with Vogel Bros. Building Co.

Vogel Bros. Building Co., a fifth-generation family-owned construction company, is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator/Tradesman to join our team in the water and wastewater sector. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and essential to building critical infrastructure that serves our communities.

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.

Requirements

Reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

Excavator experience

Pipeline experience

Time management

Interpersonal experience

Construction foundation preparation