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Laney Companies

Excavation Laborer

Eldersburg, MD

$19 - $22/hr

Excavation Laborer ID: 1012 Location: Eldersburg, Maryland Department: Grading Salary Range: $19.00 ... WORKING HOURS/EXPECTATIONS: * Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week, including ...

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Dayton, OH · On-site

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Excavation Laborer

Muncie, IN · On-site

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Perrysburg, OH · On-site

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Excavation Laborer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

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Excavation Laborer

Mansfield, OH · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

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Excavation Laborer

Blacklick, OH · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Comfortable with working outdoors year-round * Team player attitude! Must work closely with excavation crew(s) Benefits: * Paid Training - We make sure that you have the knowledge and skills to grow ...

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Excavation Foreman

Missoula, MT · On-site

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Excavation Equipment Operator/Laborer (Underground Utility)

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

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Excavation Equipment Operator/Laborer (Underground Utility)

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

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Excavation Laborer

Muncie, IN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

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Excavation Laborer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$25/hr

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Laney Companies

Excavation Laborer

Eldersburg, MD · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

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Heber City, UT · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

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Durango, CO · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

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How much do excavation worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for excavation worker in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are excavation workers?

Excavation workers are skilled laborers who prepare sites for construction by digging, moving, and removing earth, rock, and other materials. They operate heavy machinery and use hand tools to create foundations, trenches, and tunnels needed for building projects. Their work is essential to ensuring that construction projects have a stable and safe base. Excavation workers must follow strict safety guidelines to prevent accidents and maintain site integrity.

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CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment operation certificationsOSHA safety training, general construction safety
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, heavy machineryVarious construction sites, indoor and outdoor tasks
Job DutiesOperate excavation equipment, site preparationAssist with general construction tasks, material handling

Excavation Workers focus on operating heavy machinery and preparing sites for construction, while Construction Laborers perform a broader range of manual tasks. Both roles require safety certifications and work in outdoor construction environments, but their specific duties differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Excavation Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Excavation Worker, you need a solid understanding of construction site safety, equipment operation, and soil handling, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training. Familiarity with heavy machinery such as backhoes, excavators, and trenchers, as well as OSHA safety certifications, is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure safe and efficient site operations. These skills and qualifications are vital for maintaining job site safety, meeting project deadlines, and preventing costly errors or accidents.

What are some common challenges Excavation Workers face on a job site, and how can they be addressed?

Excavation Workers often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, maintaining safety around heavy machinery, and dealing with unexpected underground utilities or soil types. Addressing these issues involves thorough site assessments, regular safety training, and clear communication with site supervisors and utility companies. Staying adaptable and following established safety protocols help ensure projects remain on schedule and minimize risks.
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Excavation Laborer

Laney Companies

Eldersburg, MD

$19 - $22/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Excavation Laborer
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Title: Excavation Laborer ID: 1012 Location: Eldersburg, Maryland Department: Grading Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Based on Experience Company: MT Laney
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EXCAVATION LABORER

M.T. Laney Co. Inc. is an established successful construction firm located in Eldersburg, MD. We are searching for experienced, committed, career-minded Excavation Laborers to join our growing team to work in the Baltimore/Washington area.

The ideal candidate will be a team player who is highly motivated with a strong work ethic and desires to be part of a skilled construction team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment and materials.
  • Assist in excavation by manually digs ditches using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes
  • Operate various hand tools
  • Cleans and prepares construction site to eliminate possible hazards
  • Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed
  • Maintain pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials
  • Ability to assist with the loading and unloading of equipment and materials
  • Operate assigned equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to understand verbal orders
  • Knowledge of construction knowledge as well as safety standards
  • Must comply with municipality requirements, specifications, safety standards, and company policies
  • Keen attention to detail and awareness to maintain the safety of the work environment
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Reliable transportation
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

SALARY/HOURLY EXEMPTION:

  • Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position
  • Salary based on knowledge and experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions that can include extreme cold, heat, and muddy conditions.
  • The work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.
  • Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.

WORKING HOURS/EXPECTATIONS:

  • Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week, including weekend assignments as required

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch on all different types of terrain.
  • Frequent bending, twisting, and standing
  • The employee is also regularly required to talk, hear, or smell as well as use hands to finger, handle or feel.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on occasions.
  • Must be able to sit for prolonged amounts of time

EDUCATION:

High school or equivalent is preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid Driver License preferred

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 1-year of construction experience preferred

BENEFITS:

M.T. Laney offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, which include the following:

  • Competitive wages
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance, Life, Short Disability and Accident Insurance
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • 401K with Employer match
  • Paid Holidays

EOE STATEMENT:

M.T. Laney Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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