Pipe Excavator Operator

Persons Services Corp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction firm as a Pipe Excavator Operator in Houston, TX. You will operate heavy machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency on job sites. With a commitment to excellence and a competitive benefits package, this role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals looking to grow in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance policy and short-term disability coverage

401(k) with generous company match

Paid time off accrued weekly (2 weeks per year)

9 paid holidays annually

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a variety of heavy equipment, especially excavators.
• Strong understanding of job site safety practices and equipment operation guidelines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, and bulldozers.
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes to execute excavation work with precision.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or repair needs.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Practices

Communication

Job description

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Location: Houston, TX

Build Legacy. Lead with Integrity. Grow with Purpose.

Persons Services is a dynamic and rapidly expanding construction firm, proudly operating across the United States and the Caribbean. Our award-winning team is consistently recognized for excellence, including ENR Top Contractor rankings, multiple consecutive years on the INC 5000 list, and numerous industry accolades.

We are seeking an experienced Pipe Excavator Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in operating various types of heavy equipment and machinery. The equipment operator's duties include preparing and manipulating heavy equipment to ensure the appropriate movement of materials, and liaising with coworkers to ensure that the projects are completed accurately. You will be required to conduct your duties in a safe, diligent manner always.

At Persons Services, we believe in hiring "A Players" who lead with integrity and align with our Core Values. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to meet a wide range of personal and professional needs.

Our Benefits Include The Following

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance policy and short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid time off accrued weekly (2 weeks per year)
• 9 paid holidays annually
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• A culture that values character, purpose, and innovation
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, and bulldozers
• Utilize excavators for trenching, digging foundations, site prep, backfilling, and material loading/unloading
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes to execute excavation work with precision
• Perform tasks such as grading, earthmoving, and transporting materials across job sites
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or repair needs
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company standards
• Support construction projects by assisting with ground preparation, utility trenching, and structure backfills
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other crew members to complete assignments efficiently
• Prior experience operating a variety of heavy equipment.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience operating a variety of heavy equipment, especially excavators.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding environments.
• Strong understanding of job site safety practices and equipment operation guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
  
  

Our Core Values

We show GRIT in our unwavering determination to get the job done with GRATITUDE driving us. We strive for PROFOUND AUTHENTICITY to uphold core values and foster meaningful connections. We practice TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION as the foundation of our relationships. We stay EXCITED AND CURIOUS to seek better solutions. We work as ONE TEAM with our partners to execute, aiming to create RAVING FANS.

If you're a detail-oriented, hardworking professional ready to make your mark with a fast-growing industry leader—we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team where your contributions directly impact our professional image and operational excellence.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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