Top 82 Backhoe operator Jobs in Houston Tx

Landfill Gas Excavator Operator
Insight Global —Houston, TX
- $26 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Excavator Operator
Granite Construction Company —Humble, TX
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Construction Operators
Takco Construction —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Construction experience
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Akadia Event Center —Missouri City, TX
- $24.72 - $29.77 an hour
- Contract
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Forklift
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Equipment Operator
Sitework Services LLC —Houston, TX
- $28.04 - $33.76 an hour
- Part-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Forklift
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Operator / Public Works
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator
Clean Harbors —Houston, TX
- $14.90 - $34.62 an hour
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Loader Operator - Houston
Texas Materials - Gulf Coast Area —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dirt Operator
Brown & Root —Baytown, TX
- Construction site
- High school diploma or GED
- Outdoor work
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
Audubon Companies —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Excavator Operator
FifthInsight Technologies —Baytown, TX
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Operator - Light
Cajun Industries —La Porte, TX
- Construction site
- Forklift
- In-person
Heavy Equipment Operator II
Audubon Companies —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Phillips, Inc. —Pearland, TX
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Heave Equipment Operator
Pieper Houston Electric L.P. —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Data Center
MasTec Inc —Humble, TX
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Operator Tele/Cable - Houston, TX
Future Infrastructure, LLC —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- Schematics
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Underground Utility Operator
Crosby Municipal Utility District —Crosby, TX
- From $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Light Equipment Operator I
Audubon Companies —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- Construction site
- 5 years
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Landfill Gas Excavator Operator

Insight Global
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$26 - $29 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Trenching excavation method
Forklift
Gas line installation
Driver's License
Pipeline excavation
Driving
Dump truck
Loader operation
Underground utility pipelaying projects
Trenching and excavation safety procedures
Construction grading
Pipe laying
Construction trenching

Full Job Description

Copilot said: Landfill Gas Excavator Operator

Location: Based in Houston, TX
Travel: Extensive Nationwide Travel Required (Up to 100%)
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: 26-29/hr

Position Overview

Our client, a leading environmental engineering and construction firm, is seeking a Landfill Gas Excavator Operator to support landfill gas collection system installation projects throughout the United States. This role is ideal for experienced heavy equipment operators with a strong background in excavating, trenching, utility installation, and HDPE pipe installation.

The successful candidate will work as part of a field construction crew responsible for installing landfill gas collection infrastructure, including piping systems, gas wells, and related components. This position requires extensive travel, hands-on field work, and the ability to operate safely and efficiently in demanding outdoor construction environments.

Required Qualifications

3–8 years of heavy equipment operation experience, preferably in landfill, landfill gas, utility excavation, or underground construction environments
Experience operating excavators and other earthmoving equipment
Proven experience with trenching, ditch digging, and utility installation
Experience installing HDPE piping systems
Ability to install pipe while maintaining proper grade and slope requirements
Knowledge of excavation and trench safety practices
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and project specifications
Willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States
Ability to work 55–60 hours per week in outdoor construction environments
Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA certifications
40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
Trenching and Excavation Safety Training
Experience working on landfill gas collection system projects
Experience operating additional heavy equipment including bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, forklifts, and graders
Construction or utility field experience

Key Responsibilities

Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to support landfill gas collection system installation projects
Excavate trenches and perform backfilling activities according to project plans and specifications
Install HDPE piping systems while maintaining proper grade and alignment requirements
Assist with installation of gas collection wells, wellheads, pumps, labels, and associated infrastructure
Support drilling operations by moving and placing materials for well construction activities
Perform hand excavation when working around existing utilities or sensitive areas
Conduct daily equipment inspections and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently
Report equipment malfunctions and maintenance concerns to project leadership
Assist with material handling, site preparation, and general construction activities as needed
Follow all excavation, trenching, heavy equipment, and site safety requirements
Participate in daily safety meetings and toolbox talks
Work closely with project managers, superintendents, field technicians, and laborers to complete projects safely and on schedule

Ideal Candidate

Strong excavator operator with utility or underground construction experience
Comfortable working in physically demanding outdoor environments
Experience installing pipe on grade and reading site elevations
Safety-focused with strong attention to detail
Team-oriented and willing to assist wherever needed on site
Comfortable traveling extensively and working on project sites across the United States
Self-motivated and capable of working independently in the field

What You'll Be Doing

This is a highly hands-on field role supporting the construction of landfill gas collection systems nationwide. You'll spend the majority of your time operating excavators, digging trenches, installing HDPE piping, supporting gas well construction, and helping project teams safely execute environmental infrastructure projects.

Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

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