Laborer / Equipment Operator - Excavation (Growth Opportunity)
$19 - $26 per hourAmerican Custom Excavation LLC
Job Description
Job Description
American Custom Excavation – Denver Metro / Front Range
About Us
American Custom Excavation is a growing excavation contractor specializing in civil, commercial, and residential work across Colorado. Our projects include site development, utilities (water/sewer/storm), and technical excavation.
We are building a strong, reliable crew and are looking for the right person to grow with us.
Position Overview
This is a hands-on Laborer / Operator role . You will be working alongside experienced operators and leadership, assisting with daily site work while developing into a higher-level operator over time.
If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity—not just a job—this is it.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with excavation, grading, and site prep
- Support underground utility installation (water, sewer, storm)
- Trenching support, pipe prep, backfill, and compaction
- Operate skid steer / mini excavator (based on experience)
- Load/unload materials and maintain jobsite organization
- Work safely around existing utilities
- Follow direction and communicate clearly with crew
Requirements (Read Carefully)
- Must show up on time, every day
- Must be willing to perform physical labor outdoors
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
- Must have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
Required
- Construction or excavation experience
- Skid steer or mini excavator experience
- Utility work experience (water/sewer/storm)
Pay & Growth
- $19–$26/hour starting , depending on experience
- Raises based on performance—not time
- Clear path to full equipment operator role
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-scaling company
What We’re Looking For
We are not looking for someone who needs to be told what to do every minute.
We want someone who:
- Works hard without being pushed
- Takes pride in their work
- Wants to learn and improve
- Is reliable and consistent
Why Join Us
- Steady, year-round work
- Strong team environment
- Real opportunity to move up
- Work on a wide variety of projects (not stuck doing the same thing every day)
How to Apply
Reply to this posting with:
- Brief work history
- Equipment experience (if any)
- Availability
Applications without a short description of your experience will not be considered.
Company Description
We are a developing company in a growth phase, offering employees the opportunity to advance as our capabilities, project volume, and market presence continue to expand.
Company Description
We are a developing company in a growth phase, offering employees the opportunity to advance as our capabilities, project volume, and market presence continue to expand.
Vacancy posted 24 days ago
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