Excavator Operator

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation in a fast-paced telecom construction environment
• Safely excavate around live underground utilities including power and telecommunications—no shortcuts
• Read and execute work using utility locates, site plans, and construction drawings
• Support crews with conduit placement and cable installation to keep production moving
• Complete daily inspections and basic maintenance checks to keep equipment running reliably
• Step in on general construction tasks when needed—team-first mindset
• Communicate clearly with crew and supervisors to stay aligned and hit daily targets

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of excavator experience in utilities or construction environments
• Experience with fiber optic or underground utility installation is a strong asset
• Solid ability to read drawings and interpret utility locates
• Strong understanding of safe digging practices and job site safety standards
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Physically capable of lifting up to 70 lbs and working in active construction environments

Work Conditions

• Monday to Friday schedule (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM), with overtime available after 40 hours
• Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided
• Travel required (rotational work across Nevada and surrounding areas)
• Full health, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
• Outdoor, hands-on work in variable conditions—this is a field role, not a cab-only job

Additional Information

• Ledcor Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full-scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation.
• Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
• Their competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being.
• We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

Ledcor believes diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything they do. They are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.