Top 86 Excavator operator Jobs in Thornton, Co

Traveling Operators- Heavy Civil Construction
Ames Construction —Denver, CO
- $25 - $50 an hour
- Extended hours
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator - 100% Travel
Spriggs Excavation —Denver, CO
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Excavator Operator
Anywhere Rooter —Aurora, CO
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Kamp Excavating —Denver, CO
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Scraper Operator
HEI Civil —Denver, CO
- From $28 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Production Excavator
4X Construction Group LLC —Erie, CO
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Excavator Operator - Westminster
PCL Construction, Inc. —Westminster, CO
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Outdoor work
- Retirement plan
Heavy Equipment Operator - Civil Construction
Naranjo Civil Constructors, Inc —Denver, CO
- $28 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Equipment Operator
Schnabel —Aurora, CO
- $32 - $48 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Opportunities for advancement
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Floating Mechanic
Amrize —Denver, CO
- $40.23 - $50.57 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Mechanic experience
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Heavy Equipment Operator (Mountain Region)
ENTACT —Denver, CO
- $25 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Field Supervisor
Environmental Works Inc —Broomfield, CO
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Up to 50% travel
- On-the-job training
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Mainline Operator
HEI Civil —Denver, CO
- $40 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
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Operator I Pipeline
SiteWise —Henderson, CO
- $32 - $40 an hour
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- English
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Demolition Operator I-III
Fiore & Sons, Inc —Denver, CO
- $26.83 - $50.63 an hour
- Online Application
- Construction site
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Equipment Operator
Congruex —Commerce City, CO
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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EXCAVATOR OPERATOR
RD Pipeline Construction —Arvada, CO
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Loader/Excavator Basement Digger
Martin Construction Inc. —Denver, CO
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
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CDL Equipment Operator
Congruex —Commerce City, CO
- $28 - $35 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- DOT physical examination
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Mainline Operator
Apex Underground —Arvada, CO
- $25 - $43 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Traveling Operators- Heavy Civil Construction

Ames Construction -
Denver, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$25 - $50 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Safety hazards
Safety standard operating procedures

Full Job Description

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed.

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company.

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of.

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

Ames is looking for Operators who are safe, efficient, highly skilled, productive and willing to travel to join our team. In this role, you will operate large machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, and haul trucks for construction, mining, and civil engineering projects. Your responsibilities will include site preparation, excavation, road building, and material transportation, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of machinery, safety protocols, and project specifications. Previous experience and relevant certifications are preferred. Join us to work on diverse and challenging projects in the heavy highway and civil industry.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather, and emergencies; including hand and foot controls
Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure working properly
Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others
Accurately complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job
Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions
Be able to work with others and also work independently on assigned tasks
Maintain good housekeeping in equipment, transport vans, vehicles, and work area at all times

Position Requirements:

Be committed to working safely and to wearing all of the required safety equipment.
Report any unsafe conditions or acts to your immediate supervisor
Be able to read and understand Safety and Employment requirements
Be dependable, and consistent about attendance and punctuality
Willing and able to work extended hours, and possible nights and weekends as required
Tolerate temperature extremes and changing job site conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)
Be committed to helping achieve a 100% no-accident work area
Be committed to supporting the team in achieving its production goals at any assigned task
Maintain a professional attitude while learning each task and take constructive criticism as a motivation to learn

Physical Requirements:

This position will require travel frequently to job sites throughout the United States.
Work is primarily performed on active construction job sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.
Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.
May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.
Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required.
Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.

Total Rewards

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction.

Hourly Wage: $25-$50 which varies based on Union, location, skills and experience.
Health & Welfare: Provided through Local Union Health Fund — medical, dental, vision, Rx
Retirement: Pension Fund and Annuity Fund employer contributions per CBA
Project-Based Pay: overtime, shift differential, per diem/subsistence, travel eligible
Ames-Sponsored Benefits: Mental Health Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy Benefits

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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