Excavator Operator

Garney Construction

Excavator Operator operating machinery for excavation and construction tasks at Garney. Requires extensive construction experience and skills in operating heavy machinery in a team setting.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeLeonard • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating excavators, particularly Cat 336 or larger, while ensuring safety and compliance in construction environments. Proficient in equipment maintenance and knowledgeable about underground utility operations and large-diameter pipe installation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Excavator OperationUnderground Utility ExperienceEquipment MaintenanceConstruction ExperienceSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Excavator OperationEquipment MaintenanceUnderground Utility InstallationLarge-Diameter Pipe LayingSafe Working Load Understanding

Tools & Technologies

Excavator Cat 336

Industry Keywords

ConstructionSafety SignalsTrench BoxesOvertime AvailabilityTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate an excavator safely as part of a crew
Perform operator-level maintenance on the machine
Understand safe working loads and signals
Handle trench boxes of all sizes and shapes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five years or more of construction experience.
Experience operating an excavator Cat 336 or bigger.
Experience working with underground utilities and laying big-diameter pipe.
Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
Must be able to work overtime.
Must be able to travel.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
Student loan resources
Weekly paychecks
Paid time off
8 paid holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
Free life insurance and disability policy
Free access to healthcare coordinators
Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store