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TAPANI, Inc.

Mainline Excavator Operator

Battle Ground, WA · On-site

$29.04 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

TAPANI Inc

Mainline Excavator Operator

Tualatin, OR · On-site

$29.03 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

TAPANI, Inc.

Mainline Excavator Operator

Tualatin, OR · On-site

$29.04 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

TAPANI Inc

Mainline Excavator Operator

Caldwell, ID · On-site

$29.03 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

TAPANI Inc

Mainline Excavator Operator

Battle Ground, WA · On-site

$29.03 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

TAPANI, Inc.

Mainline Excavator Operator

Caldwell, ID · On-site

$29.04 - $46.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The ... Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed. Responsibilities

Apex Underground

Mainline Operator

Arvada, CO · On-site

$25 - $43/hr

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will operate various machinery to complete tasks such as digging, grading, backfilling, and material transport. Your precision and attention to detail will ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainline transport in the United States is $20.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainline Transport vs Local Delivery Driver?

AspectMainline TransportLocal Delivery Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Standard Driver's License
Work EnvironmentLong-haul routes across states or regionsShort-distance deliveries within cities or local areas
Industry UsageFreight and logistics companiesRetail, food service, and local businesses
Search/Comparison IntentLong-distance freight transportLocal deliveries and courier services

Mainline Transport involves long-distance freight hauling requiring a CDL and typically covers extensive routes across regions. In contrast, Local Delivery Drivers focus on short-distance deliveries within specific local areas, often with a standard driver's license. Both roles are essential in the logistics industry but differ mainly in scope, credentials, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Mainline Transport job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Mainline Excavator Operator

TAPANI, Inc.

Battle Ground, WA • On-site

$29.04 - $46.35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Tapani Inc. rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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  • Since starting in 1983, Tapani has evolved from a single-person operation to a family-led legacy, maintaining a fun and friendly environment from the beginning. With a large team across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we now cover five diverse market sectors: Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The consistent dedication to our core values has helped us grow, creating more opportunities for our current team and the need for new teammates.
    Take a look what our current employees say about working for Tapani: Tapani Careers
    Job Summary
    The Mainline Excavator Operator is responsible for operating the heavy equipment to ensure the day to day activities of the onsite project move forward in accordance with the Foreman's direction and schedule. Mainly focusing on mainline digging but may do other tasks as needed.
    Responsibilities
    • Responsible for Field Production
      • Communicate with Foreman to understand the plan for the day
      • Ensure all equipment being operated for the day is warmed up and operational by shift start.
      • Ensure communication is maintained with other field workers to ensure efficient results and safe working environment
      • Operation of the heavy equipment
      • Assist with all tasks to ensure a quality project by Tapani Inc
    • Responsible for proper use of heavy equipment
      • Complete an equipment walk around keeping cab clean and cleaning the windows and tracks when needed
      • Understand all functions and mechanics; ensure proper attachments, hoses, belts, etc. are utilized and maintained
      • Understand and perform all daily machine checks and maintenance needs; ensure proper greasing, oiling, minor repairs
      • Communicate with Foreman all equipment concerns and repair needs
      • Understand machine's abilities and limits of performance and stay within limit bounds
      • Knowing and understanding the functions of each piece of equipment being ran.
      • Ensure safe use of equipment; show regard for the equipment, the project, the others onsite, traffic; the overall environment
      • Ensure proper handling of equipment while in operation and know where the perimeter of the machine is at all times and know your surroundings.
      • Job involves a moderate degree of complexity due to needing the knowledge to understand the functions of each piece of equipment as well as knowing the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment being ran
    • Responsible for Site Safety
      • Ensure proper awareness and communication at all times with other employees while operating machine
      • Ensure OSHA standards are adhered to
      • Understand the safety risk with each task and ensure proper safety methods are adhered to
      • Ensure all safety training is current
      • Knowing and understanding the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment being ran
      • Understand the dig laws and locates while also knowing the color codes
    • Responsible for upholding the Integrity of Tapani Inc
      • Ensure an atmosphere of team work and utilization of each crew members abilities
      • Maintain efficiency and quality throughout the project
      • Communicate to Foreman changes that reflect the best for the owner and Tapani Inc.
    • Bring concerns to the Foreman to assist with resolving issues quickly
    • Always seek ways to learn and grow personally and professionally
    • Maintain Machines cleanliness
    • Train others in operating techniques

    Requirements & Qualifications
    • High school education or equivalent
    • 1-2 years prior experience as an equipment operator
    • Understand the operations and maintenance of all tools and equipment utilized on site
    • Job involves a moderate degree of complexity due to needing the knowledge to understand the functions of each piece of equipment as well as knowing the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment
    • Ability to generate efficient methods quickly to resolve roadblocks
    • Obtain certification in First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Competent Person, Rigging and Signaling
    • Forklifts, butt fusion, electrofuse, and trucking require certification
    • Able to use discretion when making decisions independently
    • Able to get the job completed with minimal impacts to the immediate surrounding and welfare of the equipment being used
    • A team player
    • Great interpersonal and communication skills
    • Able to teach and coach other employees
    • Must be physically able to perform job duties
    • Ability to push, pull, carry, and lift 50-100lbs on a daily basis

    Working Environment
    • Typically working hours are Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. but can vary
    • Hours worked will be weather dependent along with schedule requirements
    • Summer time typically is longer hours and winter typically is shorter hours due to daylight
    • Work may require weekend work when project demands. Work may require night work when project demands

    Compensation and Benefits
    • Pay: $29.03 - $46.35 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
    • Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
    • Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.
    • Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
    • Company Paid Life Insurance
    • 401(k) options with up to 4% employer match
    • See the full list of benefits here

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