Excavation Laborer
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Ohio Valley Electric
Cincinnati, OH, US
Summary
The Excavation Laborer will assist with excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling operations while ensuring safety and compliance with OSHA standards. The role also involves performing general labor duties to support crew and project timelines.
Job Description
Job Title: Excavation Laborer
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Excavation Laborer to join our team. This role involves supporting excavation and site development projects, with a focus on grading, trenching, and general site preparation. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in excavation work, a solid understanding of grading practices, and some experience operating heavy equipment. Familiarity with installing and working around electrical conduit is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling operations
- Perform site preparation, including clearing, digging, and material handling
- Read grade stakes, interpret site plans, and maintain proper elevations
- Operate or assist in operating heavy equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, or loaders
- Support installation of underground utilities, including electrical conduit
- Ensure trenches and work areas are safe and compliant with OSHA standards
- Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment
- Perform general labor duties as needed to support crew and project timelines
- Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
Qualifications:
- 1–3+ years of experience in excavation or site work
- Basic understanding of grading, elevations, and site layout
- Experience operating heavy equipment (skid steer, excavator, etc.) preferred
- Experience working with or around electrical conduit strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans is a plus
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in various weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred
Work Environment:
- Outdoor construction sites with exposure to varying weather conditions
- Physically demanding work, including lifting, digging, and standing for extended periods
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Opportunities for overtime
- Benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
- 401k with Company Match
- ESOP: Employee Owned Company
Schedule:
- Full-time, with potential for overtime and occasional weekend work depending on project needs
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Founded
1997
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
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Org type
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Headquarters
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Electrical, Solar and Green Technology Contractor for the Southern Indiana area.
We specialize in Residential and Commercial Electrical Contracting. We Design and Install Solar Electric Arrays on homes. We specialize in LED retrofits for any Commercial customers. It is our desire to aid People and Businesses in ways to provide for all Electrical needs and in Energy Saving Technology that can save money and increase profits.
Founded
1997
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Newburgh, Indiana