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San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
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San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
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Be Seen First
San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
New
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Be Seen First
San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
New
Be Seen First
San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
New
Quick apply
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San Marcos, TX · On-site
$24 - $34/hr
The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role ...
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Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
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Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Knowledge of excavation techniques and equipment * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Valid driver's license * Stand, walk, and sit for ...
Palacios, TX · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
You must have experience in building levees, mass excavation and moving dirt. Responsibilities for The Excavator Operator * Ability to operate various size excavators to raise levees, excavate ...
Palacios, TX · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
You must have experience in building levees, mass excavation and moving dirt. Responsibilities for The Excavator Operator * Ability to operate various size excavators to raise levees, excavate ...
Ennis, TX · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Magers Excavation has an opening for a driven, hard working and highly skilled excavation operator to join our growing team! We are seeking individuals who wish to grow in their ability as a skilled ...
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Ennis, TX · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Magers Excavation has an opening for a driven, hard working and highly skilled excavation operator to join our growing team! We are seeking individuals who wish to grow in their ability as a skilled ...
Galveston, TX · On-site
$55 - $75/hr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
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Galveston, TX · On-site
$55 - $75/hr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
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Palacios, TX · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
You must have experience in building levees, mass excavation and moving dirt. Responsibilities for The Excavator Operator * Ability to operate various size excavators to raise levees, excavate ...
Palacios, TX · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
You must have experience in building levees, mass excavation and moving dirt. Responsibilities for The Excavator Operator * Ability to operate various size excavators to raise levees, excavate ...
Irving, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Irving, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Irving, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Irving, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre-qualified leads ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre-qualified leads ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$21 - $26/hr
Coordinate with Foreman, Truck Drivers, and crew on excavation sequencing and haul routes. * Maintain safe, clean trenches and work zones for traffic and follow-up crews. * Document daily production ...
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San Antonio, TX · On-site
$21 - $26/hr
Coordinate with Foreman, Truck Drivers, and crew on excavation sequencing and haul routes. * Maintain safe, clean trenches and work zones for traffic and follow-up crews. * Document daily production ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$30 - $34/hr
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hydro-Excavation Operator/Driver to join our team in Channelview, TX ! As a Hydro-Excavation Operator/Driver, you will be responsible for operating ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$30 - $34/hr
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hydro-Excavation Operator/Driver to join our team in Channelview, TX ! As a Hydro-Excavation Operator/Driver, you will be responsible for operating ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre-qualified leads ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre-qualified leads ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Galveston, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
Galveston, TX · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
Overview Field Sales Representative - Excavation Roto-Rooter is seeking Field Sales Representatives for our Excavation department. We offer an opportunity for sales professionals to pursue pre ...
$10.08 - $11.91
0% of jobs
$11.91 - $13.74
2% of jobs
$13.74 - $15.58
13% of jobs
$16.63 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.58 - $17.41
17% of jobs
$17.41 - $19.24
14% of jobs
The median wage is $20.16 / hr.
$19.24 - $21.07
8% of jobs
$21.07 - $22.90
8% of jobs
$22.90 - $24.74
10% of jobs
$25.31 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.74 - $26.57
13% of jobs
$26.57 - $28.40
9% of jobs
$28.40 - $30.23
8% of jobs
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An excavation job involves the process of digging, moving, and removing earth, rock, or other materials to prepare a site for construction, utility installation, or other projects. Excavation workers use heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators to perform tasks safely and efficiently. This type of work requires knowledge of soil types, safety regulations, and site preparation techniques. Proper excavation is crucial for building foundations, creating trenches, and preventing structural issues.
A typical day in an Excavation role involves operating heavy machinery to move earth, dig trenches, or prepare sites for construction according to project specifications. You’ll review site plans, perform equipment inspections, and adhere closely to safety standards while working outdoors in various weather conditions. Collaboration with project managers, surveyors, and other construction workers is common to ensure the job is done efficiently and accurately. The role often requires physical stamina and adaptability, as projects and terrain can vary widely. This dynamic environment offers the satisfaction of seeing tangible progress and contributing directly to construction milestones.
To excel in Excavation, strong knowledge of earthmoving techniques, heavy equipment operation, and safety regulations is critical, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Proficiency in using excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and sometimes GPS or laser-guided systems is often required, along with certifications such as OSHA safety training or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Attention to detail, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help individuals stand out in this role. These abilities ensure safe, precise, and efficient site preparation, which is vital for the success of construction projects.
The most popular types of Excavation jobs in Texas are:
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$24 - $34/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO
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The Excavation Foreman / Operator oversees small teams on diverse commercial construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient excavation operations across multiple sites. This role requires strong leadership, hands-on equipment operation, and adherence to safety and quality standards while utilizing advanced technology such as GPS, surveying equipment, and telematics to optimize project outcomes.
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