Lead Excavator Operator – Utilities & Growth

Helena Sand and Gravel; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401k with Roth option & 5% Company</

Job summary

Helena Sand and Gravel is seeking an experienced Lead Excavator Operator to join our utilities team in Montana. You will operate excavators and related equipment across diverse utility projects, coaching crew members and ensuring safe, efficient work in outdoor environments.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of heavy civil excavation experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a proven leadership track record. Valid U.S. work authorization and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, site specifications, simple instructions, short letters and memos.
• Ability to train others to their own level of proficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently within designed parameters.
• Operate equipment in confined and high traffic areas.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Shovel earth/dirt to prepare ground trenches for pipes.
• Utilize equipment to remove earth and debris for various utility projects.
• May operate heavy equipment including front end loader, excavator, backhoe or others as needed.
• Lead team at job site and support other workers.
• Travel to and from locations as required.
• Maintain and clean equipment and keep time/material records.

Skills

Lead excavator experience

Equipment operation

Safety leadership

Blueprints/ site specs reading

Communication/ mentoring

Tools

Heavy civil equipment (rollers, loaders, backhoes)

Job description

Helena Sand and Gravel is seeking an experienced Lead Excavator Operator to join our utilities team in Montana. You will operate excavators and related equipment across diverse utility projects, coaching crew members and ensuring safe, efficient work in outdoor environments.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of heavy civil excavation experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a proven leadership track record. Valid U.S. work authorization and a valid driver's license are required.