Laporte, MN · On-site
$53.05/hr
This is not an entry-level position - we're willing to pay above scale for proven talent. Excavator Operator (Travel - North Dakota Projects) Employer: Gladen Construction, Inc. - Laporte, MN Pay:
Laporte, MN · On-site
$53.05/hr
This is not an entry-level position - we're willing to pay above scale for proven talent. Excavator Operator (Travel - North Dakota Projects) Employer: Gladen Construction, Inc. - Laporte, MN Pay:
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
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Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
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Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Duluth, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
Rogers, MN · On-site
... entry-level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned. * Helps identify any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed before excavating.
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Entry level excavators often encounter challenges such as adapting to different types of heavy equipment, learning site-specific safety protocols, and managing varying soil or weather conditions. You'll need to quickly become comfortable following precise instructions from supervisors and communicating effectively with coworkers to ensure tasks are completed safely. There can also be physical demands, including long hours outdoors and lifting or moving materials. However, these challenges present excellent learning opportunities and help you build valuable skills for career growth in the construction industry.
To thrive as an Entry Level Excavator, you need basic knowledge of heavy equipment operation, safety procedures, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with operating excavators and obtaining certifications such as OSHA safety training or equipment operator cards is often required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn help you stand out in this position. These skills ensure safe, efficient excavation work while reducing the risk of accidents and supporting team success on construction sites.
An Entry Level Excavator job involves operating heavy machinery to dig, move, and grade earth on construction sites under supervision. Responsibilities may include assisting with site preparation, following safety protocols, and maintaining equipment. This role typically requires basic equipment training, a willingness to learn, and physical stamina. Many employers provide on-the-job training for beginners.
$53.05/hr
Full-time, Per diem
Re-posted 12 days ago
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Excavator Operator for infrastructure projects across North Dakota.
Applicants must have experience setting RCP pipe, boxes, and barrels. While no live utility work is involved, pipe experience is essential. Safety and situational awareness around laborers and trench crews is non-negotiable.
This is not an entry-level position - we're willing to pay above scale for proven talent.
Excavator Operator (Travel - North Dakota Projects)
Employer: Gladen Construction, Inc. - Laporte, MN
Pay: Base pay starting at North Dakota Prevailing Wage
(Currently $32.40 + $20.65/hr fringe = $53.05/hr total compensation)
Willing to negotiate higher rate for experienced operators
Per Diem: $50 per working day
Schedule: 10-12 hours/day, 5-6 days/week - overtime expected
Travel Required: 100% (Per diem only; lodging not provided)
Seasonal Position: Work anticipated through fall, weather permitting
Responsibilities
Requirements
What We Offer
How to Apply:
Apply directly at www.gladenconstructioninc.com/careers
or email your resume to Jaron@gladenconstructioninc.com
Company Information
Gladen Construction, Inc. is a third generation family owned company in north central Minnesota, that's involved in all types of Heavy and Highway Construction. Our main office and shop is located 14 miles south of Bemidji, MN on US highway 71.
As a company we have talents and expertise that enable us to be more diversified, such as all types of Excavating, Grading, Large Box Culverts, Piping, Utilities, Reclamation, State, County, Township, Railroad, and Mining work. Our employees have good ideas and have the work ethic of our parents and grandparents. Gladen Construction Inc. is proud of the work we do and personnel that motivate our company. With our fleet of modern equipment, a very competent group of supervisory personnel and experienced operators, Gladen Construction Inc. is confident that we can do any type of earth moving projects in the Highway and Heavy Construction fields.
GLADEN CONSTRUCTION, INC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND VETERANS TO APPLY.
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11 - 50 Employees
Laporte, MN, US
