Pipe Crew Excavator/Loader Operator

Walbec Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plan

Dental + Vision

Life Insurance

FSA

EAP

Disability coverage

Parental leave

PTO & holidays

Profit sharing

Training program

Career growth

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking an Excavator Operator with pipe laying and sewer/water experience to join our Midwest construction teams. This role supports pipe layers, operators and the foreman by coordinating materials to install sanitary, watermain, and storm pipes and manholes, while maintaining site safety and workflow efficiency.

Candidates should have a valid drivers license; Class A CDL is desired; HS diploma; 3+ years in Sewer and Water; able to operate loader and backfill excavator; able to

Qualifications

• Must have a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record.
• A Class A CDL is desired but not required prior to hire.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years experience in Sewer and Water.
• Must be able to operate loader and backfill excavator.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Willingness to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, weekends.
• Be able to tolerate variable weather and dusty environments.
• Union membership may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all materials to install sanitary, watermain, and storm pipes and manholes.
• Support pipe layers, operators, and the foreman by coordinating workflow.
• Maintain jobsite safety and cleanliness.
• Ensure materials and workflow stay organized and efficient.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL desired

Punctual and dependable

Ability to work varied hours

Safety-conscious

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loader operation

Backfill excavator

Pipe laying

Job description

About Walbec Group Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Position: We are looking for an Excavator Operator with pipe laying and sewer/water experience. This role supports pipe layers, operators, and the foreman by coordinating all materials to install sanitary, watermain, and storm pipes and manholes, maintaining jobsite safety and cleanliness, and ensuring materials and workflow stay organized and efficient. Must be able to go in between a loader and a backfill excavator.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• A Class A CDL is desired but not necessary prior to hire.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years experience in Sewer and Water
• Must be able to operate loader and backfill excavator
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Able to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, weekends, as needed.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments.
• Member of a Local Operators Union, or willingness to become a union member are required.
• Union membership may not be required prior to employment.
• Our Human Resources Department is available to assist in that process if needed.
• Successfully pass or has passed the Operators Union aptitude test when required.
• Ability to clean, maintain, and assist in repairing equipment.

The Benefits:

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affinitive Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

Walbec is a family of seven construction and engineering companies—including Payne + Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, FA Industrial, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management—delivering materials, design, engineering, and construction services throughout the Midwest. Together, we build and improve the infrastructure that supports the places where people live, work, and travel. Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity. Multi-year Best Internship Program by Employ Humanity. Proud partners of the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers Walbec is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) and Affinitive Action Employer. It is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply! Each company brings its own expertise, culture, and career paths, but all are united by a commitment to hard work, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional results. Together, our team members share knowledge, solve complex challenges, and create opportunities that help people, projects, and communities thrive.