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_Mainline Excavator Operator – Pipe Crew_

**Location:** St. George, SC

**Employment Type:** Full-Time

**Compensation:** Competitive, based on experience (22-28HR+)

**Benefits:** health insurance, 401(k), paid time off]

Job Summary:

**We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious Mainline Excavator Operator** to join our pipe crew. This role is critical to the successful installation of underground utilities, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating excavators in trenching operations and working closely with a pipe crew in a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Operate excavators to dig trenches for mainline pipe installation.

+ Safely drag and set trench boxes in accordance with OSHA standards.

+ Work closely with the pipe crew to ensure accurate trench depth, slope, and alignment.

+ Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area.

+ Follow all safety protocols and company procedures.

Qualifications:

+ Minimum 3 years of experience operating excavators in underground utility or heavy civil construction.

+ Proven ability to dig to grade and work around existing utilities.

+ Experience with trench boxes and shoring systems.

+ Strong understanding of job site safety and OSHA regulations.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and site plans is a plus.

+ Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.

Preferred Traits:

+ Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

+ Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.

+ Willingness to assist with general labor when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reevesville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reevesville,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.