Make a difference in the world.

Everyone in society depends on heavy construction and mining to allow them to turn the shower on, drive to work, and live the life they want to live. Now that's a serious sense of purpose you won't find elsewhere.

Work as a team.

We're not locked up in stuffy cubicles all day with casual Friday's being the only fun around. We work hard, take care of one another, and have a damn good time every day of the week.

Use badass Equipment.

Millions of dollars in some of the biggest equipment on earth is another day at the office for us. Everyone lied when they said you had to put your toys down and grow up. We just found bigger toys.

Feel real pride in your work.

There's a reason why the beer you have after mowing the lawn tastes amazing. It's because you worked hard and are proud of what you accomplished. We have that feeling everyday.

Are you the right fit?

The Dirt World isn’t for everyone, and that’s why it’s great. Check out the list below to be sure you’re the right fit before you dig in.
Bullet point You’re willing to wake up early.
Bullet point You’re willing to work long hours.
Bullet point You’re willing to pick up a shovel, no matter your title.
Bullet point You’re willing to always work safely.
Bullet point You work well on teams.
Bullet point You’re willing to work outside in the elements.
Bullet point You’re willing to earn respect through hard work.
Bullet point You’re hungry to learn.

Learn About Potential Careers

Laborer
Equipment Operator
Equipment Technician
Foreman
CDL Truck Driver
Fuel/Lube Technician
Superintendent
Project Engineer
GPS/Finish Operator
Estimator
Surveyor
Haul Truck Driver

Laborer

Laborer Jobs

Position Overview

In the dirt world, this is where it all starts. As a laborer, you do exactly as the job title suggests whether it be rigging pipe, shoveling rock, sweeping sidewalks, or supporting the overall operation however you can. Machines do a lot of the work, but we still rely on hardworking people to do the last and often most important 5-10%. Regardless of where you aspire to be later in your career, this is the best place to start.

Bullet point Best place to start your career
Bullet point Workout while at work
Bullet point New challenges daily

Requirements

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Willingness to work hard.

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No fear of manual labor.

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Hunger to learn.

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Desire to serve others.

Potential Career Path

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Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator Jobs

Position Overview

As an equipment operator, you’re in charge of heavy machinery worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. You can run just about any machine including haul trucks, excavators, dozers, scrapers, graders, and many others performing tasks from mass excavation to laying pipe. Running equipment everyday is just about as cool as it gets.

Bullet point Run iron worth more than sports cars.
Bullet point Physically move mountains.
Bullet point No licenses needed.

Requirements

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Accepting major responsibility.

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Team player.

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Thoughtful and organized.

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Unafraid of long hours.

Potential Career Path

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Equipment Technician

Equipment Technician Jobs

Position Overview

If you’re a gearhead who loves to work with your hands, a career as a technician might be for you. The heavy equipment world wouldn’t function without dedicated mechanics repairing and maintaining machines. As a technician, you can either work on machines in a dedicated shop or visit projects via service truck to make repairs on site. It’s a sweet gig.

Bullet point Work with your hands daily.
Bullet point Never stop learning.
Bullet point Greasy coveralls are the norm.

Requirements

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Love for problem solving.

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Mechanically inclined.

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No fear of grease and grime.

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Sense of urgency.

Ready to get started?

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Foreman

Foreman Jobs

Position Overview

You’ve worked as a laborer and operator for years, seen many projects go from start to finish, and now you’re hungry for more responsibility. As a foreman, you’ll lead one or often multiple crews to build each job. Everyone looks to you to ensure materials are on site, necessary equipment is ready, and create the plan for each day’s work.

Bullet point Manage a crew.
Bullet point Plan and organize work.
Bullet point Drive a company pickup truck.

Requirements

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Desire to lead.

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Ability to think ahead and plan.

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Great communication with others.

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Patience.

Potential Career Path

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CDL Truck Driver

CDL Truck Driver Jobs

Position Overview

Every heavy construction or mining project involves moving material or equipment from point A to B. That’s where truck drivers come in. Whether you’re transporting equipment by lowboy, hauling aggregate on road with a traditional dump truck, or moving 45 tons of material in an off-road haul truck, you keep every project moving. This is an essential career in the dirt world.

Bullet point Your office goes where you are.
Bullet point Tons of personal freedom.
Bullet point New scenery daily.

Requirements

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You're organized and timely.

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You obviously love driving.

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You're responsible and safe.

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You enjoy independence.

Ready to get started?

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Fuel/Lube Technician

Fuel/Lube Technician Jobs

Position Overview

All that big iron moving big dirt burns a whole lot of diesel fuel. While equipment operators are packing up at night, you’re getting started. Driving a mobile gas station / maintenance facility (fuel and lube truck) you go from machine to machine to fill each up with diesel and grease all moving parts. Beyond fueling, you inspect each machine for potential mechanical problems or hazards and coordinate closely with the maintenance team. Everyone involved in the operation depends on you.

Bullet point Fast-paced but quiet work.
Bullet point Tons of personal freedom.
Bullet point Greasy coveralls guaranteed.

Requirements

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You enjoy working on your own.

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You're detail-oriented.

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You desire independence.

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You're unfraid of grease and grime.

Potential Career Path

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Superintendent

Superintendent Jobs

Position Overview

As a superintendent, you’re the person in charge on site. You constantly communicate between management and the crews you manage to complete every job on budget and schedule. The success of the job rests on your shoulders and while you don’t perform much of the work yourself anymore, the job couldn’t happen without you. Your days consist of meetings with owners and upper management, solving problems, scheduling, and managing job costs.

Bullet point Tons of responsibility.
Bullet point No degree required.
Bullet point Company truck and other perks.

Requirements

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You have years of experience doing and managing work in the field.

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You enjoy leading.

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You can communicate effectively.

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You have an immense sense of ownership.

Ready to get started?

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Project Engineer

Project Engineer Jobs

Position Overview

Project engineers and managers work behind the scenes to ensure each project comes together as it should. They manage the project schedule, resources, and spending to keep the job on schedule and budget. While they often visit the field, they spend much time in their pickup trucks and office taking care of permits, billings, and other crucial documents to allow all operators, laborers, and others in the field to build the job as needed.

Bullet point Split time between field and office.
Bullet point Company truck and a salary.
Bullet point Involvement in all facets of the project.

Requirements

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College degree is often required.

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You’re good with technology and software.

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You’re organized.

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You enjoy variety and problem-solving.

Ready to get started?

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GPS/Finish Operator

GPS/Finish Operator Jobs

Position Overview

Finish operators are the elite operators of the Dirt World, and are the last ones to touch any earthmoving project. Using their years of operating experience and now knowledge of GPS grade control, they use graders and dozers to finish roads, house pads, and foundations to within fractions of an inch. This position is where a lot of operators aspire to be given the skill and knowledge required to do this job well.

Bullet point Put the finishing touches on projects
Bullet point Work with the latest GPS technology
Bullet point Constantly put your skills to the test

Requirements

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Years of operating experience.

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The ability to visualize complete projects.

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Willingness to use technology.

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Detail-oriented.

Potential Career Path

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Estimator

Estimator Jobs

Position Overview

Before laborers or equipment operators set foot on a project, there are often hundreds of hours into bidding and winning the opportunity to build the job. Whenever a project opportunity emerges, it’s the estimator’s responsibility to figure out how to build the job, calculate quantities and timelines, and ultimately assign a dollar figure for what it’ll take to do the job profitably, yet competitively. Too low and they jeopardize the project from the start, and too high the company won’t win any work.

Bullet point Work with millions of dollars at stake.
Bullet point Win new work for your company to build.
Bullet point Solve complex problems.

Requirements

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Years of field experience.

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Strong understanding of $.

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Love for winning.

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Detail-oriented and creative.

Potential Career Path

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Surveyor

Surveyor Jobs

Position Overview

Surveyors are the people responsible for clearly defining where to move dirt and build things. Thanks to their knowledge of coordinates, elevations, and GPS models, they map project sites out through a series of paint marks, wooden stakes, and ribbons. No one can build accurately without their work, and they’re often the first ones on any job site before any action happens.

Bullet point Work in the great outdoors.
Bullet point Use the latest technology.
Bullet point Guide massive projects.

Requirements

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Often years of experience needed.

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Technology savvy.

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Great communication skills.

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Love for precision.

Potential Career Path

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Haul Truck Driver

Haul Truck Driver Jobs

Position Overview

While the excavators and loaders get most of the attention, all their work would be for nothing without haul truck drivers moving the material to wherever it needs to go. Haul truck drivers are the core of any earthmoving operation. While it’s often an entry-level position, it comes with enormous responsibility, including being at the wheel of a truck that makes a Lamborghini seem cheap. It’s also one of the best places to learn how earthmoving operations work.

Bullet point Operate a massive machine.
Bullet point Move mountains.
Bullet point Learn how earthmoving works.

Requirements

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Hunger to learn.

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Clean driving record.

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Willingness to listen.

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Pride in your equipment.

Potential Career Path

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Meet the people who call the Dirt World home.