Excavator Operator (Pipe Crew)

Description

*FLORIDA location

Must have reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

An Equipment Operator is responsible for the quality and completion of all assigned tasks in compliance with Vogel Bros. Building Co. Quality Control and Safety Programs.

Equipment Operator / Tradesman – Water & Wastewater Construction
Build your career with Vogel Bros. Building Co.

Vogel Bros. Building Co., a fifth-generation family-owned construction company, is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator/Tradesman to join our team in the water and wastewater sector. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and essential to building critical infrastructure that serves our communities.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate and maintain a wide range of heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes, forklifts, etc.).
• Perform manual construction tasks when not operating equipment (digging, grading, formwork, concrete work, pipe installation).
• Follow safety procedures, attend safety meetings, and set the standard for safe operations.
• Support your crew by keeping equipment, tools, and work areas clean and maintained.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors to keep projects on track and meet quality standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with construction equipment operations (water/wastewater a plus).
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials, and safe work practices.
• Valid driver’s license required; certifications on equipment preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and perform manual labor outdoors.
• Team player with solid judgment, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Why Vogel Bros.?

• Family-owned with over 150 years of proven excellence.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and community.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth opportunities through training and development.

If you’re a hardworking tradesman who takes pride in building infrastructure that matters, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with Vogel Bros.!

Requirements

Reliable transportation to travel to jobsites.

Excavator experience

Pipeline experience

Time management

Interpersonal experience

Construction foundation preparation