Excavator Operator: Trenching, Grading & Site Prep

Torrey Holistics; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced excavator operator for outdoor civil construction projects in Texas. You will review cut sheets and grade stakes, trench to spec, and manage moisture for targeted compaction, working with spotters and a foreman to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role requires 2–5 years of excavator experience, OSHA trenching knowledge, and the ability to interpret survey layouts.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years operating excavators in civil construction, utilities, or site development.
• Ability to interpret grade stakes, cut sheets, bluetops, flow lines, and survey layouts.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA trenching and excavation safety.

Responsibilities

• Execute trenching, grading, backfilling, and material loading per plans.
• Operate excavators with various attachments to achieve precise elevations.
• Apply OSHA trenching, shoring, and sloping practices based on soil conditions.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report mechanical concerns promptly.
• Load haul trucks efficiently and coordinate dig sequences with the crew.

Skills

Equipment Troubleshooting

Excavator Operation

Aerial & Utility Equipment Systems

Precision Measurement & Inspection

Equal Employment & Right to Work

Job description

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced excavator operator for outdoor civil construction projects in Texas. You will review cut sheets and grade stakes, trench to spec, and manage moisture for targeted compaction, working with spotters and a foreman to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role requires 2–5 years of excavator experience, OSHA trenching knowledge, and the ability to interpret survey layouts.