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Blythe Construction

Excavator Operator

Saluda, NC · On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

General Description The Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and ... Voluntary Short Term Disability * Voluntary Supplemental Term Life * Voluntary Accident, Legal ...

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Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Front Royal, VA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Mass Excavator Operator Heavy Earthmoving (CAT 352) Location: Front Royal, VA Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Machine: CAT 352 (Mass Excavation Configuration) Move ...

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Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Front Royal, VA

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Front Royal, VA Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 - CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About the ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About the ...

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SMITH ROWE, LLC

Excavator Operator

High Point, NC · On-site

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

Excavator Operator The Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and ... Voluntary Short Term Disability * Voluntary Supplemental Term Life * Voluntary Accident, Legal ...

Baranko Companies

Excavator Operator

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$21.25 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator As an Excavator Operator, you will be an integral member of the Baranko Brothers ... Volunteer Time Off (VTO) * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan ...

Turner Mining Group

Dozer Operator Mining

Ludlow, VT · On-site

Operating heavy equipment including loaders, scrapers, blade, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, and other pieces of heavy equipment in a production environment * Performing all pre-shift inspections ...

Turner Mining Group

Dozer Operator - Mining

Ludlow, VT · On-site

Operating heavy equipment including loaders, scrapers, blade, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, and other pieces of heavy equipment in a production environment * Performing all pre-shift inspections ...

Turner Mining Group

Dozer Operator - Mining

Ludlow, VT · On-site

Operating heavy equipment including loaders, scrapers, blade, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, and other pieces of heavy equipment in a production environment * Performing all pre-shift inspections ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Front Royal, VA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Front Royal, VA Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About the ...

New

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Front Royal, VA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Mass Excavator Operator - Heavy Earthmoving (CAT 352) Location: Front Royal, VA Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Machine: CAT 352 (Mass Excavation Configuration) Move ...

Turner Mining Group

Dozer Operator - Mining

Ludlow, VT · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Operating heavy equipment including loaders, scrapers, blade, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, and other pieces of heavy equipment in a production environment * Performing all pre-shift inspections ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 - CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About ...

New

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 - CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Mass Excavator Operator - Heavy Earthmoving (CAT 352) Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Machine: CAT 352 (Mass Excavation Configuration) Move ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Fleet: CAT 320 - CAT 336 Excavators Reports To: Team Lead About ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Mass Excavator Operator - Heavy Earthmoving (CAT 352) Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Machine: CAT 352 (Mass Excavation Configuration) Move ...

Phillips

Production Excavator Operator

Morenci, AZ · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Production Excavator Operator Phillips is seeking experienced Production Excavator Operators to support our mining team on our project site near Denver, Colorado. This position requires efficient ...

Turner Mining Group

Excavator Operator

Charles Town, WV

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Mainline Excavator Operator - Underground Utilities (CAT 340) Location: Charles Town, WV Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) Primary Machine: CAT 340 (Mainline Configuration ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer excavator operator mining 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 the difference between Volunteer Excavator Operator Mining vs Volunteer Loader Operator Mining?

AspectVolunteer Excavator Operator MiningVolunteer Loader Operator Mining
Required CertificationsOperating licenses for excavators, safety trainingLoader operation certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOpen-pit mining sites, construction areasMining sites, quarry environments
Employer & Industry UsageMining companies, construction projectsMining operations, quarrying companies
Common Search & ComparisonVolunteer Excavator Operator Mining vs Volunteer Loader Operator Mining

Both roles involve operating heavy machinery in mining environments, requiring safety certifications and experience with heavy equipment. Excavator operators typically handle digging and material movement with larger machines, while loader operators focus on loading materials onto trucks or conveyors. Understanding these differences helps volunteers choose the right role based on their skills and interests within the mining industry.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Excavator Operator Mining job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,408 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Excavator Operator

Blythe Construction

Saluda, NC • On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Blythe Construction rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

General Description
The Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and operate an excavator to remove materials in a safe manner.
Key Duties
  • Operate a excavator in close proximity to equipment and the public safely.
  • Perform daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel; Visual inspection for obvious leaks and damage to machine before operation of equipment as well as safety equipment checks.
  • Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order. Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements
  • General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Excavator Operator.
    • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
    • Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
    • Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
    • At least three (3) years of experience with Cat 249 size or bigger excavator.
    • Experience in placing rock plating and embarkments and working steep slopes in mountain areas or rock quarries, minimum 3 years preferred.
  • Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Excavator Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
  • Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
  • Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
  • Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
  • Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
  • Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
  • Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 20 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
  • Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
  • The Excavator Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
  • Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Excavator Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.
  • Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
  • Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
Company Benefits:
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
  • Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
  • Company Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Maternity Leave
  • Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Dental Insurance
  • Voluntary Short Term Disability
  • Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
  • Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
  • 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
  • Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
  • Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
  • Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.
Blythe Construction, Inc. - Hubbard Construction Company - Northeast Paving - Sunmount Paving - Virginia Paving Company, are hereby referred to as Vinci Construction USAAccessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources atBlythe Construction, Inc.: Phone: 704-375-8474Hubbard Construction Company: Phone: 407-645-5500Eurovia Atlantic Coast, LLC:Phone: 704-375-8474
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