Lead Excavator Operator
About The Position
Sunset Valley Construction is a sitework and underground utilities contractor focused on building and maintaining essential infrastructure. The company is projected to double in size over the next 4 years, offering career growth opportunities and a team that builds projects while building up people. This role supports field operations through the safe, efficient, and high-quality installation of utility systems, bulk earthmoving, grading, and site development projects ranging from $200K to $10M+. The position is critical to overall project success, helping crews maintain productivity, quality, organization, and momentum.
Requirements
- Experience operating mainline excavators for commercial excavation or site work and utilities.
- Knowledge of where to dig, where to put spoils, and planning the next move.
- Ability to combine production capability with critical thinking.
- Understanding of grading, trenching, utility installation, blueprints, elevations, soil conditions, and site conditions well enough to help crews avoid rework and keep jobs moving in the right direction.
- Ability to think ahead as the work changes.
- Enjoyment of production-focused work where good decisions in the seat show up in the pace, product, and progress.
- Clear communication skills and ability to help less experienced team members see what matters in the field.
- Looking for a long-term path where performance, ownership, leadership, and results lead to advancement.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Topcon GPS systems
- P6 or P7 licensed
- Ability to perform layout
- CDL license
- OSHA certifications
- Experience leading or mentoring crews
- Strong understanding of production management
Responsibilities
- Keep field production moving by leading crew operations through the seat of an excavator safely and efficiently.
- Support accurate utility installation, bulk earthmoving, grading, and site development by reading plans, elevations, grades, soil conditions, and site conditions before and during the work.
- Protect schedule, quality, and cost by thinking ahead, managing workflow, and understanding the overall objectives.
- Keep grading and layout work accurate with modern equipment and Topcon GPS.
- Keep the operation organized by helping the crew stay aligned as the work moves.
- Support long-term crew growth by helping teach less experienced team members when your experience can help them move the work forward.
- Grow your own career by learning from others and following a clear advancement path.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance after 3 months
- 100% employer coverage
- 401K with 3% company match after 3 months
- Professional personal financial advice
- Newer equipment with modern technology
- Two prepaid plane tickets anywhere in the USA once a year for personal use
- Personal use of SVC equipment, as long as it does not interfere with work schedules
- Office staff support for data tracking, emails, computer usage, and scheduling
- Training and mentorship without micromanagement
- Advancement opportunities tied directly to performance and production
- Career path: Operator → Foreman → Superintendent → Leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
