Traveling Excavator Operator for Fiber Optic Projects

Ledcor; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Out Allowance (LOA)

Health, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Job summary

Ledcor is hiring skilled excavator operators to support telecom construction across Arizona, South Dakota and surrounding states. The role involves operating mini excavators and skid steers, working on fiber optic conduit installation and utility projects, with crews rotating locations roughly every four weeks.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in utilities or roadwork, strong safety practices, and the ability to read plans and locate utilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years operating mini excavators or skid steers in utilities/roadwork.
• Fiber optic or underground utility install experience is a plus.
• Ability to read drawings and locate utilities before digging.
• Knowledge of soil, moisture, lift thickness and compaction requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mini excavator and skid steers for civil/earthwork tasks.
• Excavate around underground utilities following locate procedures.
• Place soil/aggregate in lifts for proper compaction.
• Assist with conduit placement and cable installation to keep production moving.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.

Skills

Mini excavator operation

Skid steer operation

Read construction drawings

Identify utilities

Site safety practices

Job description

Ledcor is hiring skilled excavator operators to support telecom construction across Arizona, South Dakota and surrounding states. The role involves operating mini excavators and skid steers, working on fiber optic conduit installation and utility projects, with crews rotating locations roughly every four weeks.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in utilities or roadwork, strong safety practices, and the ability to read plans and locate utilities.