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Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator Jobs in Lansing, MI

Clark Companies

Heavy Equipment Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Operate excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, and other heavy equipment * Perform excavation ... Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Benefits * Competitive Pay * Health Insurance

Phillips, Inc.

Hydrovac Truck Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

... excavation. * Transport and dispose of excavated materials in compliance with environmental and ... Requirements: * Proven experience operating hydrovac trucks or similar heavy equipment in a ...

Carmeuse

Equipment Tech Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

Conduct excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, material movement, and site preparation ... Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium. Today it's a leading global ...

Carmeuse

Equipment Tech Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

Conduct excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, material movement, and site preparation ... Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium. Today it's a leading global ...

Phillips, Inc.

Hydrovac Truck Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

... excavation. * Transport and dispose of excavated materials in compliance with environmental and ... Requirements: * Proven experience operating hydrovac trucks or similar heavy equipment in a ...

Phillips

Hydrovac Truck Operator

Lansing, MI · On-site

... excavation. * Transport and dispose of excavated materials in compliance with environmental and ... Requirements: * Proven experience operating hydrovac trucks or similar heavy equipment in a ...

B&M Ashman

Directional Drill Operator

Mason, MI

Directional Drill Operator The Directional Drill Operator is responsible for operating different ... in conjunction with drilling duties. i.e., Directional Drill, Hydro-Vac, Excavator, etc.

Clark Companies

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Pipe Layer - Excavation & Utilities

Lansing, MI · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

Pipe Layer - Excavation & Utilities Location: Lansing, MI Pay: $24-$32/ HR Join One of Mid-Michigan ... If you enjoy hands-on work, operating in a team environment, and building infrastructure that lasts ...

Amteck, LLC

Equipment Operator - Lawrenceburg

Lansing, MI

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Construction Equipment Operator to join Amteck in ... Operate and maintain electrical construction equipment, including but not limited to excavators ...

Jimmy John's

Delivery Driver

Howell, MI

$15 - $18/hr

As a Jimmy John's Delivery Driver, the goal is to get that sandwich in the customer's hand as ... fly (while always being safe and law-abiding on the street). Drivers take home cash every day.

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How much do fly in fly out excavator operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for fly in fly out excavator operator in Lansing, MI is $26.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.92 and $28.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fly in fly out excavator operator?

A Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) Excavator Operator is a heavy equipment operator who typically works on remote mining or construction sites that are not close to major towns or cities. Instead of relocating, these workers are flown to the worksite for a set period (such as a week or two), then flown back home for a break. Their main responsibility is to operate excavators to move earth, rock, or other materials as part of site development, mining, or construction projects. The FIFO arrangement allows companies to access skilled labor for projects in isolated locations, while providing workers with blocks of time off between shifts. This role often requires flexibility, physical fitness, and the ability to work long hours in challenging environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fly in fly out excavator operator?

To thrive as a Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator, you need experience operating heavy machinery, a valid excavator ticket, and often a high-risk work license or relevant certifications. Familiarity with GPS machine guidance systems, safety protocols, and routine equipment maintenance is typically required. Strong communication, adaptability to remote environments, and teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and effective collaboration in demanding and isolated job sites.

What are the typical work schedules and living arrangements like for fly in fly out excavator operators?

FIFO Excavator Operators usually work on a rostered schedule, such as two weeks on site followed by one week off, though this can vary by employer and project location. While on site, operators commonly stay in company-provided accommodation, often referred to as 'camps,' which offer meals, laundry, and recreational facilities. The work environment is highly collaborative, with close interaction among other machine operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams. Adapting to the remote lifestyle and extended periods away from home are common challenges, but many operators value the competitive pay and extended time off between shifts.

What is the difference between Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator vs Mobile Plant Operator?

AspectFly In Fly Out Excavator OperatorMobile Plant Operator
CertificationsExcavator license, HR or MC licenseHR license, machinery operation certification
Work EnvironmentRemote sites, construction, miningConstruction sites, mining, infrastructure
Employer & IndustryMining companies, civil constructionMining, construction, infrastructure projects

Both roles often require similar certifications and work in remote or construction environments. The main difference is that Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operators specialize in operating excavators specifically, often working on remote projects, while Mobile Plant Operators may operate a variety of machinery. Both are essential in mining and construction industries, with overlapping skills but different equipment focus.

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Infographic showing various Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator job openings in Lansing, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,184 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Programmer analyst MDM

Lansing, MI • On-site

Accord Technologies Inc.
51 - 200 employees
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Job description

Title: Programmer analyst
Location: Lansing, IL
Duration: 12 months
Position type: W2 contract.
 
***Only qualified Senior IBM Master Data Management (MDM) & Integration Developer candidates located near the Lansing MI area to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence***
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Experience of software development experience supporting enterprise-scale systems (8+ years)
• Strong hands-on experience with IBM Infosphere MDM v14x Standard Edition (Virtual MDM) including MDM data models entities transactions batch processing configuration customization and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :
• Strong understanding of MDM concepts and IBM MDM product capabilities with the ability to understand maintain and enhance an existing MDM Standard Edition implementation built by a third-party vendor 
• Experience of Java / J2EE experience including Java JSP and REST/SOAP-based services with strong production troubleshooting skills (8+ years)
• Experience working with Linux/Unix operating systems including command-line usage log analysis and system-level troubleshooting (5+ years)
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka including topic creation and configuration producer and consumer development message flow troubleshooting and understanding of Zookeeper and Kafka Kraft concepts
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• Experience with batch processing using Wild Fly and Kafka
• Experience working with application servers such as Wild Fly including application deployments start up configuration health checks and runtime issue resolution
• Experience integrating Kafka with Wild Fly-based applications and IBM MDM Standard Edition
• Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries in Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments
• Strong Linux/Unix shell scripting skills (Bash) including automation and operational scripting
• Experience creating scheduling and maintaining CRON jobs for batch and scheduled processes
• Experience in development of Flowable is a strong plus
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azure Devops azure GIT repo or similar tools
• Experience deploying and supporting applications in cloud and OCP containerized environments
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure
• Exposure to OpenShift and Kubernetes is a strong plus
• Experience with ELK / Elastic Stack for log monitoring and troubleshooting including correlating logs across Kafka Wild Fly and MDM
• Experience working with data and supporting mission-critical production systems
• Ability to independently own maintain and support complex systems with minimal external dependency
The position is responsible for providing ongoing maintenance and support for Master Person Index (MPI), Michigan Index Data Stewardship Portal and Symmetry applications supported within our department. These applications are part of the Technology and Database area. The resource is integral to supporting and improving Client automated processes, streamlining critical business processes, data integrity, SEM/SUITE compliance, and securing the applications.  As a lead, the resource participates in a variety of assignments that provides for the enhancement, integration, maintenance, and implementation of projects.  The resource also provides application oversight to business analysts and to other teams integrating with Master Person index. Not having a resource on staff will delay ongoing and future project work within the area and lead to Client inability to deliver on pyritized enhancements and maintenance from MPI to all major applications like Bridges, MI Integrate. HESB in Client. 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Write high level functional requirement documents 
• Work in Linux Operating Systems 
• Develop scripts in PowerShell 
• Work in Git and GitHub for repositories 
• Work closely with Database Administrators to develop and execute SQL scripts 
• Create monthly reports for MDM applications 
• Work with client for task and ticket resolutions in MPI and MIDSP 
• Work on creating and deploying certificates on Windows and Linux systems 
• Work closely with Infrastructure teams like Server team (Linux Windows) and Network team for maintenance and issue resolution 
• Execute full software development life cycle (SDLC) including experience in gathering requirements and writing functional/technical specifications for complex projects 
• Experience developing prototypes mock-up for users review and approval 
• Exposure to flowcharts screen layouts and documentation to ensure logical flow of the system requirements 
• Assist with Enterprise Architecture Solution Assessment (EASA) Hosting document and Firewall Rules 
• Design develop and implement test plans and test reports for applications or subsystems 
• Create or collect test data and execute approved tests to determine the accuracy of program logic to produce desired results 
• Assist with UAT Testing Test cases Post Implementation testing 
• Provide defect and incident tracking information 
• Assist with implementation of Request for Change (RFC - application changes infrastructure changes etc) 
• Maintain/update system documentation as a result of system upgrades 
• Monitors applications both production and non-production environments 
• Provide application support for business client applications that are maintained by Client 
• Delivering product and service based upon the core concepts of software development