Lead Excavator Operator – Travel, Lodging & Per Diem

Midlands Contracting, Inc.; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health Insurance: Company pays half of

Life Insurance: Company pays half of

401k plan including company match (imd

Dental and Vision Insurance

Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Midlands Contracting, Inc. seeks an experienced Excavator Operator to join our growing construction team. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are essential.

Responsibilities include operating excavators on pipe-laying sites, leading backfill operations, and assisting with surveying and basic repairs while maintaining safety standards. Year-round, full-time role with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Excavator Operator in construction work.
• Operator must run excavator safely and efficiently.
• Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations.
• Able to lead backfill excavator and pipeline operations.
• Knowledge of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, and benching.
• Maintenance and basic repairs of excavator performed.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and be authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator safely and efficiently on project sites.
• Lead backfill and lead excavator roles in pipeline work.
• Assist with trenching, shoring, sloping, and surveying tasks.
• Maintain and perform basic repairs on the equipment.
• Assist with pipe laying tasks and site cleanup.
• Remain aware of safety rules and work with team.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safe operation

Pipeline experience

Heavy equipment use

Physical stamina

Job description

Midlands Contracting, Inc. seeks an experienced Excavator Operator to join our growing construction team. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are essential.

Responsibilities include operating excavators on pipe-laying sites, leading backfill operations, and assisting with surveying and basic repairs while maintaining safety standards. Year-round, full-time role with travel as needed.