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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for excavation contractor in in Houston, TX is $21.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $26.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectExcavation Contractor InExcavation Supervisor
CredentialsLicenses, certifications in excavation and heavy equipment operationCertifications in safety and project management, some equipment knowledge
Work EnvironmentOn-site, managing excavation projects, heavy machineryOn-site or office, overseeing excavation crews and project progress
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, excavation firmsConstruction firms, project sites, subcontractors
Search & Comparison IntentHiring or understanding excavation servicesManaging or supervising excavation projects

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An excavation contractor is a skilled trade involving site preparation, earthmoving, and operating heavy equipment, often requiring certifications and physical stamina. The career can be stable with opportunities for advancement, especially in construction and infrastructure projects, but it also involves physical labor and safety risks. Job prospects depend on regional construction demand and economic conditions.

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Infographic showing various Excavation Contractor In job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,454 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pasadena, TX • On-site

GR Birdwell Construction
Construction • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about GR Birdwell Constructionexternal

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

Industrial Civil Construction Contractor specializing in structural concrete and sitework/earthwork looking for Heavy Equipment Operators (Backhoe, Excavator, Roller, Dozer, Rough Terrain Forklift, etc.).

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Superintendent/Foreman a Heavy Equipment Operator will carry out assignments related to operation of heavy equipment in relation to the following areas:

Responsibilities and Duties

Is Responsible for Lay-Outs

  • Sets-up and uses a rotating laser to ensure a level grade.
  • Sets-up and uses a Slope laser to ensure a sloping grade.

Is Responsible for Fine Grade

  • Maintains production with fine grade operation such as placement of rock trucks.
  • Ensures proper grade is obtained
  • Determines equipment needed as well as rate of delivery for rock.

Completes Trenching & Pit Excavations

  • Controls and maintains lay-out lines during excavation.
  • Maintains OSHA standards with benching and slopes during and after operation.
  • Determines what type of lay-back or bench is needed for safe working conditions by type of soils.
  • Determines a percentage of spoils to remain for backfill if using on-site materials and places in a manner that is free from wet conditions.
  • Determines how many spoil trucks will be needed for a continuous flow without trucks stacking up or equipment setting.
  • Determines what type of equipment is needed.

Completes Finishing Applications and Hoisting

  • Determines what type of equipment is needed to produce the required compaction.
  • Exercises the proper methods of backfilling in lifts (for example keep lifts level and consistent for proper compaction.)

Benefits and Perks

  • GR Birdwell Construction offers:
    • health care for employee and family and after one year of employment pays employee portion of health care cost
    • accrued paid time off
    • retirement savings plans and
    • opportunities for craft development
Compensation is based on experience

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