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How much do remote excavator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote excavator in Virginia is $25.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.44 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Remote Excavator typically coordinate with on-site teams during excavation projects?

Remote Excavators often work closely with on-site supervisors and other equipment operators through real-time communication tools, such as video feeds, radios, and project management software. Coordination is essential to ensure safety, efficiency, and adherence to project timelines, especially since operators may not be physically present at the job site. Regular virtual meetings and clear protocols help align remote operators with site-specific needs and changes. This collaborative approach allows Remote Excavators to respond quickly to instructions, troubleshoot issues, and maintain seamless workflow integration.

What is the difference between Remote Excavator vs Remote Loader?

AspectRemote ExcavatorRemote Loader
CertificationsOperator Certification, OSHA safety trainingOperator Certification, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, remote projectsConstruction sites, remote projects
Industry UsageHeavy construction, excavation projectsMaterial handling, loading and unloading

Remote Excavators and Remote Loaders share similar certifications and work environments, often used in construction and excavation projects. The main difference lies in their functions: excavators are used for digging and trenching, while loaders are used for moving materials. Both roles require safety training and are essential in remote construction settings, but they serve distinct operational purposes.

What are remote excavators?

Remote excavators are heavy-duty construction machines that can be operated remotely, often using wireless controls or advanced teleoperation systems. These machines are used for digging, lifting, and moving earth or materials in environments that may be hazardous or difficult for operators to access directly. Remote operation enhances safety by allowing operators to control the excavator from a safe distance, reducing the risk of injury in dangerous conditions such as unstable terrain or contaminated sites. They are increasingly used in mining, demolition, and disaster response operations. The technology also allows for greater precision and flexibility in challenging work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Excavator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Excavator, you need a strong understanding of excavation techniques, safety protocols, and experience with heavy machinery operation, often supported by relevant certifications or licenses. Familiarity with remote control systems, GPS technology, and telematics platforms is typically required. Attention to detail, strong spatial awareness, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure safe, precise, and efficient excavation work, particularly in challenging or hazardous environments.
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Infographic showing various Remote Excavator job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 89% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 32% Physical, 67% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,941 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Damage Prevention Technician I - Manassas, VA

Zayo Group, LLC

Manassas, VA • On-site, Remote

$16.25 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world's most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo's 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo's communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.
Damage Prevention Technician I
Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsible for protecting Zayo's infrastructure by accurately locating and marking Zayo utilities, acting as the first line of defense in preventing damages and ensuring safety from utility strikes during excavation and construction activities.
As an entry level Damage Prevention Technician, you will be responsible for locating underground utilities, troubleshooting and marking fiber locations using paint and flags. Under close supervision, our Damage Prevention Technician will learn to accurately locate and mark Zayo's underground utilities. As experience is gained, assignments can become more varied, complex, and difficult.
***Please note that this role will be located in the Manassas, VA area and working in the field. Our ideal candidate will reside within an hour commute of the Manassas, VA metro area.
Responsibilities:
  • Analyzing blueprints to determine where construction projects will take place

  • Identifying and mapping location and depth of utilities for fiber optic cable and underground utilities.

  • Documenting interactions, site information, and utilities in organizational software.

  • Communicates with clients, engineers, and management.

  • Using various techniques (electrical, magnetic, GPS, blueprint analysis, and/or radar) to measure utilities.

  • Proactively identify potential problem areas to ensure the integrity of the network and company.

  • Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment.

  • Responsible for the asset management processes and replenishment of on-site/truck materials.

  • Coordinating shipping and receiving of company and customer materials.

  • Maintaining tools, test sets, and all network equipment.

  • Maintaining network/site security, cleanliness, and following all policies related to company property.

  • Inspecting cabinets, buried cables, construction sites, and other outdoor facilities in various environments, weather conditions, temperatures, exposed to local flora and fauna.

  • Operating in both individual and team environments, both within this team and interacting with other teams, working together to achieve the team's goals.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Up to 1 year of relevant experience in field construction tasks.

  • High school diploma or equivalentrequired.

  • Basic understanding of underground installations is preferred

  • Previous experience with utility locating and fiber optic cable builds, preferred.

  • Proficiency in using computers, cell phones, test equipment, Microsoft Windows operating system, and Office applications required.

  • Must have a cell phone

  • Operate on-call 24/7/365 on a rotating schedule, including standby, call out, dispatch, and overtime, as required by the business, including some travel, as needed.

  • Must follow all personal safety policies and procedures.

  • Must be able to maintain eligibility to operate a company issued vehicle per our policy (no more than 2 moving violations within the past 3 years); this includes possession of a state-issued driver license for the state in which you live.

  • Regularly lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds and move them clear of the job site.

Estimated base pay range for this role is $16.25 - $25.00 USD / hour
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The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.
Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
Benefits, Rewards & Wellness
  • Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.