Des Moines, IA · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
Job SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and dependable Dirt Laborer to join our construction team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects including highway maintenance, utility locating, and site ...
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Des Moines, IA · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
Job SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and dependable Dirt Laborer to join our construction team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects including highway maintenance, utility locating, and site ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and dependable Dirt Laborer to join our construction team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects including highway maintenance, utility locating, and site ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and dependable Dirt Laborer to join our construction team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects including highway maintenance, utility locating, and site ...
Petoskey, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Petoskey, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
$17.75 - $22.75/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
$17.75 - $22.75/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Traverse City, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Traverse City, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Petoskey, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
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Petoskey, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
$17.50 - $22.25/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
$17.50 - $22.25/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start . This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Traverse City, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
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Traverse City, MI · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers for a spring start. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers ...
Green Cove Springs, FL · On-site
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
Green Cove Springs, FL · On-site
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Laborer - Civil (Dirt) Job Locations US-ID-MOUNTAIN HOME Requisition ID 2026-65184 # of Openings 7 Candidate Search Category (Portal Searching) Labor Service Line (UKG) : Name MPC-MasTec Industrial ...
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Laborer - Civil (Dirt) Job Locations US-ID-MOUNTAIN HOME Requisition ID 2026-65184 # of Openings 7 Candidate Search Category (Portal Searching) Labor Service Line (UKG) : Name MPC-MasTec Industrial ...
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Laborer - Civil (Dirt) Job Locations US-ID-MOUNTAIN HOME Requisition ID 2026-65184 # of Openings 7 Candidate Search Category (Portal Searching) Labor Service Line (UKG) : Name MPC-MasTec Industrial ...
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Laborer - Civil (Dirt) Job Locations US-ID-MOUNTAIN HOME Requisition ID 2026-65184 # of Openings 7 Candidate Search Category (Portal Searching) Labor Service Line (UKG) : Name MPC-MasTec Industrial ...
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
Brunswick, GA · On-site
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
Brunswick, GA · On-site
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
Dirt Crew Laborers; Skill levels vary from entry to expert. The request of the labor could be from a minor skill to a more educated skill. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable ...
Fargo, ND · On-site
$17.75 - $24/hr
Concrete Flatwork Laborer Dirt Dynamics LLC, a leading construction company in Fargo ND, is seeking a Concrete Flatwork Laborer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with ...
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Fargo, ND · On-site
$17.75 - $24/hr
Concrete Flatwork Laborer Dirt Dynamics LLC, a leading construction company in Fargo ND, is seeking a Concrete Flatwork Laborer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with ...
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
Mountain Home, ID · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
Responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy ... Perform a variety of functions such as dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel with a pick or shovel
$11.30 - $12.50
1% of jobs
$12.50 - $13.70
3% of jobs
$13.70 - $14.90
7% of jobs
$15.98 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.90 - $16.11
15% of jobs
$16.11 - $17.31
21% of jobs
The median wage is $17.44 / hr.
$17.31 - $18.51
19% of jobs
$19.20 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.51 - $19.71
14% of jobs
$19.71 - $20.91
9% of jobs
$20.91 - $22.12
5% of jobs
$22.12 - $23.32
3% of jobs
$23.32 - $24.52
2% of jobs
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$18
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| Aspect | Dirt Laborer | Excavator Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | None or basic OSHA training | Commercial driver's license (CDL) and equipment operation certifications |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, outdoor, physically demanding | Construction sites, heavy machinery operation, outdoor |
| Employer & Industry Usage | General labor in construction, landscaping, excavation | Heavy equipment operation in construction, mining, infrastructure |
While both Dirt Laborers and Excavator Operators work on construction sites, Dirt Laborers perform manual tasks like digging, shoveling, and site cleanup, often without specialized certifications. Excavator Operators operate heavy machinery like excavators, requiring specific licenses and training. The roles complement each other but differ significantly in skill level, equipment use, and certification requirements.
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Des Moines, IA • On-site
$17 - $22/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 3 days ago
Job SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and dependable Dirt Laborer to join our construction team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects including highway maintenance, utility locating, and site preparation. In this role, you will be an essential part of the crew responsible for assisting with earth-moving activities, operating heavy equipment, and supporting overall site development. Your energetic approach and attention to safety will help ensure smooth project execution from start to finish. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on diverse construction projects in a dynamic environment.ResponsibilitiesAssist with excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks using heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and front loader trucksSupport the operation of dump trucks for hauling materials and debris across construction sitesConduct manual labor including lifting, shoveling, and moving materials to facilitate project progressPerform utility locating to identify underground utilities before excavation beginsFollow safety protocols in accordance with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations and industry best practicesMaintain equipment by performing basic mechanical checks and reporting any issues promptlySupport paving activities and other civil infrastructure tasks as directed by supervisorsExperiencePrior construction experience working on civil infrastructure projects or highway maintenance sites preferredFamiliarity with heavy equipment operation such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and dump trucks is highly desirableKnowledge of mechanical systems related to construction machinery and basic troubleshooting skillsAbility to perform heavy lifting and manual handling safely for extended periodsUnderstanding of FMCSA regulations relevant to commercial vehicle operation is a plusExperience working on utility locating or underground utility projects is advantageousProven ability to work effectively in a team environment on busy construction sitesJoin us in building vital infrastructure while developing your skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. We value energetic individuals eager to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference!
