Senior Excavator Operator - Pipe & Mass Excavation

Allan Myers, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental

Vacation

Paid holidays

Annual performance bonus

401k

Job summary

Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to joins its Mainline Pipe Crew or Mass Excavation Crew on heavy civil construction projects. Candidates should have at least three years operating excavators in site development or large-scale excavation, with knowledge of trenching safety and soil conditions.

The role involves precise digging, trenching, and grading, including utility installations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating excavators in heavy civil construction.
• Experience in mainline pipe installation or mass excavation preferred.
• Ability to work with GPS machine control systems is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of excavation techniques, trenching safety, and soil conditions.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license; CDL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic excavators (Cat 330/336/349 or similar) for digging, trenching, and grading.
• Excavate for utility installation (water, sewer, storm drainage).
• Perform bulk earthmoving, slope work, and grading on large projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and laser levels.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation following OSHA standards.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with crew members, site supervisors, and project managers.

Skills

Excavator operation

GPS machine control

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

GPS machine control systems

Job description

Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to joins its Mainline Pipe Crew or Mass Excavation Crew on heavy civil construction projects. Candidates should have at least three years operating excavators in site development or large-scale excavation, with knowledge of trenching safety and soil conditions.

The role involves precise digging, trenching, and grading, including utility installations.