Traveling Excavator Operator — Civil Construction

Ledcor; Arizona; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LOA provided

401(k) matching

Health, dental & vision insurance

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a skilled heavy civil excavator operator to support projects across Arizona and surrounding states. You will safely operate a CAT 308 on civil construction and earthwork, read plans, and coordinate with crews to meet daily goals.

This role offers a competitive hourly wage, travel rotations, LOA, and a strong benefits package including health, dental and vision. Candidates must have at least five years of excavator experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of excavator experience in civil construction, roadbuilding, utility construction or related industry.
• Experience with fiber optic or underground utility installation is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of proper backfill placement, lift thickness, soil conditions, moisture, and compaction requirements, and place material accordingly.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret utility locates.
• Strong understanding of safe digging practices and job site safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate CAT 308 mini excavator for civil construction and earthwork activities.
• Safely excavate around existing underground utilities, including electrical and telecommunications infrastructure, following required locate and safe-dig procedures.
• Place soil and aggregate in appropriate lifts to allow for effective compaction.
• Recognize how different soil types respond to moisture and compaction.
• Support crews with conduit placement and cable installation to keep production moving.
• Complete daily inspections and basic maintenance checks to keep equipment running reliably.
• Perform hands-on laborer duties and crew support when needed—team-first mindset.
• Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors to maintain safe, efficient production and meet daily project goals.

Skills

CAT 308 excavator

Tools

CAT 308 mini excavator

Job description

Ledcor is seeking a skilled heavy civil excavator operator to support projects across Arizona and surrounding states. You will safely operate a CAT 308 on civil construction and earthwork, read plans, and coordinate with crews to meet daily goals.

This role offers a competitive hourly wage, travel rotations, LOA, and a strong benefits package including health, dental and vision. Candidates must have at least five years of excavator experience and a valid driver's license.