Top 63 Excavation Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Dredge Operator
Legacy Materials, LLC —Booneville, IA
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Superintendent/Foreman (Earthwork)
Knox Trucking and Excavating —Waukee, IA
- From $120,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Four Seasons Excavation, Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Construction Laborer
McAninch Corporation —Des Moines, IA
- $25.43 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Equipment Operator
Reilly Construction Co., Inc. —Ankeny, IA
- Multiple hires
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
General Labor
Reilly Construction Co., Inc. —Ankeny, IA
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Heavy Equipment Operator – Earthwork & Underground Utilities
Elder Corporation —Des Moines, IA
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Laborer - Ankeny (Utilities)
Veit & Company, Inc —Ankeny, IA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Basic math
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
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Underground Utility Worker - Des Moines, IA
TD&I Cable —Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- No experience needed
- On-the-job training
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Utility Pipe Crew Laborer
Pirc-Tobin Construction Inc —Des Moines, IA
- $20.86 - $28.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Field Utility Crew/Laborer
Pirc-Tobin Construction —Des Moines, IA
- $20.45 - $29.11 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- No experience needed
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Dirt Laborer
ForceSource —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- Entry level
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Main Line Excavator Operator/Laborer
Pirc-Tobin Construction —Des Moines, IA
- $30 - $36 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Heavy Equipment Operator
ForceSource —Des Moines, IA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
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Topman – Underground Utilities (Full-Time)
Elder Corporation —Des Moines, IA
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator
State of Iowa —Johnston, IA
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Equipment Operator (Excavator - Utility Crew)
Absolute Group —Granger, IA
- $26 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Underground Construction Laborer
Vision Electric and Plumbing, LLC —Clive, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pass drug screening
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Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA
TD&I Cable —Des Moines, IA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- Mid-level
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Equipment Operator (Utility)
PRICE ELECTRIC —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Dredge Operator

Legacy Materials, LLC
Booneville, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $27 an hour

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Surface mining equipment operation
Outdoor work experience
Two-way radios for driver communication
Basic math
Trenching excavation method
Ladder use
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Inspection reporting and documentation
Dimensional measurements
Driver's License
Construction plans
Machine operation safety procedures
Following blueprint specifications
Safety hazards
Trenching and excavation safety procedures
Production records
Mechanical knowledge
Construction trenching
MSHA Certification

Full Job Description

Job Title: Dredge / Production Operator (Full Time / Part Time)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: Production Season Off-Production Season

Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday As Needed

The Dredge Operator position will:

Be responsible for all aspects of our sand and gravel operation as all positions are cross-trained. Your duties may vary from day to day, not limited to dredge operations, heavy equipment operations, maintenance and a variety of other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Must be able to or willing to learn all site functions

2. Assist in plant operation, repairs and clean up

3. Perform pre-shift safety inspections on equipment, each and every time, no exceptions!

4. Adhere to MSHA standards including new safety compliances and continuing education

5. Perform duties with minimum supervision

6. Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies

7. Operate excavation equipment, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment

8. Control pumps or pumping equipment

9. Measure work site dimensions

10. Operations control and monitoring – controlling winches to position dredge, raising and lowering ladder, watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working properly

11. Comprehension of the computer program that starts and stops all operations of the dredge; Includes hydraulic pump, motor start, multiple water pumps, primary pump, and system monitoring

12. Start and stop engines to operate equipment

13. Proper procedure of shut down for varied weather types

14. Assist in continuous site improvements through use of performance standards

15. Serves as First Responder

16. Complete all other duties assigned by Superior(s)

Minimum Education and Experience

· At least a minimum of 1-year experience dredge operation is preferred but not required

· Must be 18 years of age or older

· Must be willing to maintain current driver license that meets state requirements and must be insurable

· Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Must be able to read and comprehend equipment operating manuals

· Must be able to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill [safety and efficiently]under a variety of working conditions and exercise independent judgement

· Must have knowledge of trenching and shoring standards

· Must be able to read, write, and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records, and read blue prints or other project documents

· Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection reports

· Must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully both in person and on radio or CB with co-workers and customers

· Must be able to wear all required safety equipment

· Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner

· Must be able to read and interpret gauges

· Must be able to work independently and interdependently and possess a team-player mindset

· Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements

· Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls

· Must have good precision control – quickly changing the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat

· Must have fast reaction time – quickly moving your hand, finger or foot based on a sound, light, picture or other command

· Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet

· Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service

· Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment

· Capable of lifting 75+ lbs with or without assistance

· Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day

· Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions

· Must be able to work at various heights

Working Conditions

· Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. Outside assignments will require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel, exhaust, noise, etc. Standard and specialized PPE will be provided however, it is your responsibility to provide cold weather gear.

· Occupational hazards such as those generally associated with ongoing exposure to moving machinery/equipment leading to cuts, bruises, burns, strains, back injuries and potentially more serious injuries

· A drug test and pre-employment physical is required. Subject to random alcohol and drug testing while employed

Personal

· Drama Free Work Environment: “Leave it at the gate”

· Well-groomed with appropriate attire

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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excavation jobs in des moines, ia

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