Position Summary
As an Excavation Laborer, you'll play an important role in bringing construction projects to life. Working alongside an experienced crew, you'll help prepare job sites, move materials, assist with excavation and grading, support utility installation, and keep projects moving safely and efficiently.
This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, and seeing the results of their hard work. We're looking for someone who is dependable, takes pride in doing a job well, works well with others, and is eager to learn new skills along the way. Previous experience is a plus, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn go a long way.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with site preparation including grading, trenching, backfilling, and compaction
- Install silt fence, inlet protection, and other erosion control measures
- Assist pipe crews with storm, sanitary, and waterline installation
- Shovel, rake, and fine grade dirt, stone, and asphalt surfaces
- Spot equipment operators and trucks safely around the jobsite
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment
- Maintain a clean and organized jobsite
- Operate small tools such as plate compactors, saws, lasers, and hand tools
- Help with form setting, concrete prep, and restoration work
- Follow directions from foreman and work as part of a crew
- Perform general labor as needed to keep production moving
Safety Responsibilities
- Follow safety policies and OSHA/MSHA requirements
- Wear required PPE at all times (hard hat, vest, boots, eye and ear protection)
- Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings
- Identify and report hazards immediately
- Work safely around heavy equipment and truck traffic
- Always maintain situational awareness
Qualifications
Required:
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Experience in site development, utilities, or concrete
- Experience operating skid steer, mini-ex, or compaction equipment
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Willingness to work overtime when required
Preferred:
- OSHA 10 or MSHA certification
Physical Requirements
- Lift and carry up to 75 lbs regularly
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the day
- Enter and exit trenches and equipment safely
- Work 8–12 hour shifts, including early mornings
- Ability to climb ladders and slopes
- Perform repetitive motions with hands and arms
Work Environment
- Outdoor construction sites with uneven terrain
- Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and weather
- Working around heavy equipment and truck traffic
- Travel to various jobsites within Indiana
What We Expect From You
- Come to work ready to go with a positive attitude. Be someone your team can count on.
- Treat customers, coworkers, inspectors, and others with respect and professionalism.
- Take pride in your work and care about doing the job right.
- Work closely with your foreman and crew, communicate openly, and be a team player.
- Bring a willingness to learn, take direction, and build new skills along the way.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Training and advancement opportunities
- DOT Physicals
GF Transport dba Meyer Trucking is more than just a hauling company; we're a trusted logistics partner committed to keeping projects moving forward. Through flexible scheduling, reliable material sourcing, real-time communication, and efficient load coordination, we help our customers stay on track and get the job done. We take pride in being dependable, building strong partnerships, and delivering solutions our customers can count on.
Salary
$25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k), Employee discount
Job Type
Full time