Excavator Operator – Road & Utility Construction

Southeastern Site Development, Inc.; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator (Backhoe / Trackhoe) to support projects across the Coastal Georgia Region - Savannah. The role focuses on site development, roadway construction, and underground utility installation.

You will operate heavy equipment, read grade stakes, and work on active construction sites, delivering safe, high-quality earthwork and utility work for DOT-regulated projects.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Ability to read grade stakes or understand site layout.
• Ability to work safely on active construction job sites.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.

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

Read grade stakes

Outdoor work in varying weather

Safety conscious

GPS machine control

Tools

GPS machine control

Job description

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator (Backhoe / Trackhoe) to support projects across the Coastal Georgia Region - Savannah. The role focuses on site development, roadway construction, and underground utility installation.

You will operate heavy equipment, read grade stakes, and work on active construction sites, delivering safe, high-quality earthwork and utility work for DOT-regulated projects.