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Professional Digging Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

A Groundworks Company

Installer-General Construction

Marietta, GA · On-site

$40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform general construction labor tasks including digging, back-filling trenches, and site clean ... Maintain professionalism, integrity, and uphold the company's reputation. * Assist with additional ...

Phoenix Electrical LLC

Electrical Apprentice

Calhoun, GA

$12 - $15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

... ladders, digging trenches, crawling underneath houses, and crawling into attics and tight confined spaces, being physically able to lift heavy objects as necessary * Professional appearance and ...

Trinity Air

Plumbing Service Technician

Peachtree City, GA · On-site

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Tired of feeling like you're digging ditches for a company that doesn't have your back ... Own your route and represent Trinity with professionalism. What You'll Bring: 1+ years of ...

SG Development & Consulting, Inc.

Be Seen First

General Laborer- Storm, Water, Sewer, Mechanical

Savannah, GA · On-site

$18.25 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability to perform physically demanding work (lifting 50+ lbs, digging, standing for long periods ... professional bond built on trust, discipline, and shared leadership. During and after retiring from ...

Veteran-friendly

Robert Half

Corporate Paralegal

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$95K - $110K/yr

Instead, this position is ideal for a professional who enjoys taking ownership of complex processes ... You enjoy digging into data, identifying trends, and helping a legal department operate at a higher ...

Trinity Air

Plumbing Service Technician

Peachtree City, GA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tired of feeling like you're digging ditches for a company that doesn't have your back? Getting ... with professionalism. What You'll Bring: · 1+ years of residential plumbing installation ...

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What is the difference between Professional Digging vs Excavator Operator?

AspectProfessional DiggingExcavator Operator
CredentialsCertifications in excavation safety, equipment operationOperator licenses, certifications in machinery handling
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, landscaping projectsConstruction sites, mining, infrastructure projects
Industry UsageGeneral excavation, site preparationOperating heavy machinery, excavation tasks

Professional Digging is a broad term encompassing various excavation activities, often involving manual or semi-mechanized work. An Excavator Operator specifically refers to a skilled worker who operates excavators and heavy machinery. While both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, Professional Digging may include manual labor and planning, whereas Excavator Operators focus on machinery operation. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right job or service for your project.

What are some common safety challenges faced by professional diggers, and how are they addressed on the job?

Professional diggers frequently encounter safety challenges such as the risk of cave-ins, exposure to underground utilities, and operating heavy machinery. To address these, employers typically provide comprehensive safety training, ensure the use of protective gear, and require adherence to strict protocols for identifying and marking utilities before digging begins. Regular safety meetings and site inspections are also standard practices to mitigate hazards and promote a safe work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional digger?

To thrive as a Professional Digger, you need a solid understanding of excavation techniques, soil composition, and safety regulations, often supported by relevant certifications or on-the-job training. Familiarity with tools such as shovels, excavators, and safety gear, as well as certifications like OSHA safety training, is typically required. Physical stamina, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and precise digging operations, minimizing risks and project delays.

What is professional digging?

Professional digging involves the skilled excavation of soil, earth, or other materials, typically for construction, landscaping, archaeology, or utility installation. Professionals in this field use specialized tools and equipment to dig safely and efficiently, following safety regulations and project specifications. Their work is essential for laying foundations, installing pipelines, or uncovering archaeological artifacts. Good physical stamina, knowledge of soil conditions, and an understanding of safety protocols are important for this job.
Professional Digging jobs near you
Infographic showing various Professional Digging job openings in Georgia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 76% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Underground Distribution Groundperson ULCS

Utility Lines Construction Services, LLC

Forest Park, GA

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Utility Lines Construction Services rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Underground Distribution Groundperson

A entry-level position building towards a career in maintaining and repairing underground distribution and transmission systems.

Pay: Competitive/Hourly (more detail during your interview process)

Benefits:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • FR Clothing Provided
  • Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Perform new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground line work following company established Safety and Health standards from the ground level.
  • Ability to problem solve with unidentified circumstances on any job.
  • Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment.
  • Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Excavates to assist in the installation of structures or cable as required by contract specification.
  • Will have contact with public and private property owners to professionally communicate work to be performed.
  • Participates in company training of all regional safety guidelines and is required to perform all work by the regional safety policies.
  • Operates various tools for the work (manual digging devices, wrenches, hammers, come-alongs, jack hammer and hand-line etc.).
  • All other duties as required or requested by Supervisors.
  • Reports all potential equipment and crew safety hazards to Foreperson.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Ability to: 
    • follow directions, work safely & productively.
    • problem solve with unidentified circumstances on any job.
    • identify, operate and service all required tools and equipment. (i.e., bucket truck, digger derrick truck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel)

Education & Experience

  • Ability to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and other certifications obtained during career.

Pre-Screen

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

  • Driver License Required, willingness to obtain a valid CDL within 90 days of employment preferred.

Travel Requirements:

  • Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work.

Physical Requirements:

  • RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Crawling, and Climbing Poles
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Kneeling, Squatting, Body Twisting, Sense of Touch, Range of Motion, Pushing, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Balancing, and Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • FREQUENT (up to 66 %): Walking, Manual Dexterity, Seeing Distant, Climbing On/Off Truck, Gripping, Lifting Over 10 lbs. up to 50 lbs., Reaching, Depth Perception, Lifting, Carrying, and Pulling.
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Speaking Clearly, Seeing, Hearing-Speech Range, Color Vision, Lifting Up to 10 lbs.

 Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

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