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Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Mayer, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$20 - $25.50/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Globe, AZ · On-site

$21.25 - $27/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Pahrump, NV · On-site

$22.25 - $28.50/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Douglas, AZ · On-site

$20.25 - $26/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Reno, NV · On-site

$22.25 - $28.50/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

Ledcor

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and ... Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided * Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and ...

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How much do loa excavator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for loa excavator in the United States is $26.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Loa excavator?

Loa Excavators are heavy construction machines designed for digging, earthmoving, and material handling tasks at construction, demolition, and mining sites. These machines are equipped with a bucket, arm, rotating cab, and movable tracks or wheels, allowing them to perform a wide variety of tasks such as trenching, lifting, and grading. Operators use Loa Excavators to efficiently move large amounts of earth or debris, making them essential for many large-scale projects. Proper training and safety precautions are important when operating these powerful machines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Loa excavator?

To thrive as a LOA Excavator, you need experience in operating excavators and heavy machinery, often supported by a high school diploma and relevant operator certification or license. Familiarity with equipment maintenance procedures, safety regulations, and GPS or telematics systems is typically required. Attention to detail, communication, and the ability to work collaboratively on construction sites are important soft skills. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and precise excavation work, which is critical for project success and workplace safety.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Loa excavator operator and how can they be managed on the job?

Loa Excavator operators often encounter challenges such as working in hazardous or confined spaces, dealing with unpredictable weather conditions, and maintaining equipment reliability. Effective communication with site supervisors and adherence to safety protocols are critical for managing these challenges. Regular equipment inspections, ongoing safety training, and collaboration with other construction team members help ensure smooth operations and minimize downtime. Building strong situational awareness and technical skills can also contribute to career advancement and job satisfaction.

What is the difference between Loa Excavator vs Backhoe Loader?

FeatureLoa ExcavatorBackhoe Loader
CertificationsOperator Certification, OSHA safety trainingOperator Certification, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, heavy-duty projectsConstruction, landscaping, utility work
UsageHeavy lifting, digging, demolitionDigging, loading, light excavation

Loa Excavators and Backhoe Loaders are both essential in construction but serve different functions. Loa Excavators are ideal for heavy-duty tasks like deep digging and demolition, while Backhoe Loaders are versatile for lighter excavation, loading, and site work. Both require similar certifications and are used in construction environments, but their primary applications differ based on project needs.

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Infographic showing various Loa Excavator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,408 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Excavator Operator - Civil Construction

Mayer, AZ • On-site

Ledcor
5 - 10K employees
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$20.50 - $26.25/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Ledcor rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description

Excavator Operator

Ready to build a long-term career while traveling throughout Arizona and surrounding states? We're looking for experienced Excavator Operators with a strong background in civil, utility or roadbuilding experience to join our growing telecom construction crew. Projects are located throughout Nevada and surrounding states, with crews typically rotating to a new project location approximately every four weeks.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Safely and efficiently operate a CAT 308 mini excavator for civil construction and earthwork activities
  • Safely excavate around existing underground utilities, including electrical and telecommunications infrastructure, following required locate and safe-dig procedures
  • Place soil and aggregate in appropriate lifts to allow for effective compaction
  • Recognize how different soil types respond to moisture and compaction
  • Support crews with conduit placement and cable installation to keep production moving
  • Complete daily inspections and basic maintenance checks to keep equipment running reliably
  • Perform hands-on laborer duties and crew support when needed—team-first mindset
  • Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors to maintain safe, efficient production and meet daily project goals
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of excavator experience in civil construction, roadbuilding, utility construction or related industry
  • Experience with fiber optic or underground utility installation is a strong asset
  • Strong understanding of proper backfill placement, lift thickness, soil conditions, moisture, and compaction requirements, and place material accordingly
  • Ability to read drawings and interpret utility locates
  • Strong understanding of safe digging practices and job site safety standards
  • Valid driver's license
  • Physically capable of lifting up to 70 lbs.
Work Conditions:
  • Competitive hourly wage
  • Monday to Friday schedule
  • Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided
  • Travel required (rotational work across Arizona and surrounding areas)
  • Full health, dental, vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Outdoor, hands-on work in variable conditions

Ledcor Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full-scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation. Our service offerings are vast—as are the projects we work on.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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