Traveling Excavator Operator - Civil Construction (AZ)

Ledcor; Pahrump (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Out Allowance

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support civil, utility, and roadbuilding projects across Arizona and neighboring states. You will rotate to new sites roughly every four weeks, operating CAT 308 and assisting with conduit installation and earthwork on telecom-buildings efforts.

The role emphasizes safety, precise backfill and compaction, and teamwork. Competitive wages with LOA, health benefits, and 401(k) matching accompany this field position.

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.
• Understand backfill placement, lift thickness, soil conditions, moisture, and compaction requirements.
• 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 underground utilities, following 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

Excavator operation

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints

Equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Valid driver's license

Tools

CAT 308

Job description

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support civil, utility, and roadbuilding projects across Arizona and neighboring states. You will rotate to new sites roughly every four weeks, operating CAT 308 and assisting with conduit installation and earthwork on telecom-buildings efforts.

The role emphasizes safety, precise backfill and compaction, and teamwork. Competitive wages with LOA, health benefits, and 401(k) matching accompany this field position.