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Equipment Operator — Excavator & Skid Steer – Excavation Company Jobs in Manchester, NH at Ernie’s Excavation of NH

Equipment Operator — Excavator & Skid Steer, Ernie’s Excavation, Manchester, NH

Local work only, within 15-20 miles of Manchester

Full-time

Ernie’s Excavation is a growing underground utility company based in Manchester, NH, specializing in water lines, sewer lines, and site excavation. We’re a small, tight-knit crew under new management since 2024. Opportunity to grow with us as we expand.

What you’ll do

  • Operate a compact excavator for trenching, grading, utility installation, and site work
  • Run a skid steer (Bobcat) for backfill, cleanup, and material movement
  • Work alongside the crew on underground utility projects — water lines, sewer lines, and related excavation
  • Dig to grade accurately and safely, with an eye for underground utilities and site conditions
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and flag maintenance needs
  • Communicate with the foreman and adjust to changing site conditions

What we’re looking for

  • Proven hands-on experience operating a compact excavator — you can dig to grade and work in tight spaces
  • Solid skid steer / Bobcat experience
  • Underground utility or excavation background strongly preferred
  • Ability to read a site, work safely near existing utilities, and follow grade stakes
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-minded
  • OSHA 10 or relevant safety training a plus, but not required

What we offer

  • Competitive pay
  • Local work within 15 -20 miles of our Manchester shop
  • Year-round work with a growing company

How to apply

Pay: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Title: Equipment Operator — Excavator & Skid Steer – Excavation Company

Company: Ernie’s Excavation of NH

Location: Manchester, NH

 

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