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Excavator Operator

Ledcor Group
401(k)
United States, Nevada, Lovelock
7000 Coal Canyon Road (Show on map)
Jun 05, 2026
At Ledcor, we've been building success for over seventy-five years-and our people have always been at the heart of it. Whether it's planning, development, or large-scale project execution, our diverse teams work on meaningful projects that make a lasting impact.

We are growing our team!

Ledcor is hiring experienced Excavator Operators to support the construction of high-speed telecommunications infrastructure.

This is a long-term career opportunity that will require travel every 4 weeks around Nevada and surrounding states.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation

  • Excavate safely around existing underground utilities power, and telecommunications lines

  • Read and interpret utility locates, site plans, and construction drawings

  • Assist crews with conduit placement, cable installation as required

  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and complete required maintenance checks.

  • Assist with general construction duties when equipment operation is not required

  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members to coordinate daily activities

Qualifications:

  • At least 5 years' experience operating excavators in utilities or construction environment

  • Experience with fiber optic or underground utility installation preferred

  • Ability to read construction drawings and utility locate markings

  • Knowledge of utility locating practices and safe digging procedures

  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

  • Ability to lift upto 70 lbs. and perform construction-related tasks

Work Conditions:

  • Monday to Friday working from7am to3pm, working8hours per day, overtime rates apply after40 hoursworked per week

  • Living out allowance

  • Overtime is available

  • Must be willing and able to travel

  • Health and wellness benefits, plus 401(k) matching

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. Our service offerings are vast-as are the projects we work on.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our 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

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We 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.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.

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. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

2100 E Walt Williams Drive Suite 100, Pahrump, NV

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. Our service offerings are vast-as are the projects we work on.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our 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

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We 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.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.

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. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

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