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Pihl Excavating is always searching for talented individuals to become part of our team.  We are a drug free company, employees must pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random testing thereafter.

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Pihl Excavating is an Equal Opportunity Employer




Benefits


Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Pihl Excavating offers fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance to employees, their spouse/domestic partner, and dependents at no cost to the employee. Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility begins the first day of the next month following the employee’s first day.

401(k) Retirement Plan
Pihl Excavating offers a 401(k) retirement plan to employees along with a company match. 401(k) retirement plan eligibility begins the first day of the next month following the employee’s first day.

Life, Disability, & Accident Insurance
Pihl Excavating offers employees elective life, disability, and accident insurance plans that employees can choose to sign up for. These voluntary insurance benefits begin the first day of the next month following the employee’s first day.

Sick Time
Pihl Excavating offers paid sick time to employees. Sick time begins accruing on an employee’s first paycheck and can be used after 90 days of employment.

Opportunities for Advancement
At Pihl Excavating we believe in promoting within and giving our employees the chance to make advancements in their careers with us.

Annual Company Events
As another way to get together and reward our employees for all their hard work, Pihl Excavating has annual company events. Those include our holiday party and summer picnic, among other things.


Career Opportunities



Mechanic

Mechanic

Pihl Excavating is currently seeking a motivated and reliable Mechanic to join our team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers, tilt deck trailers, forklifts, shop, and farm equipment.
• Small engine repair.
• Keeping a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Driving trucks to pick up parts, deliveries, assisting field, shop, and yard crew with possible small equipment moves.

Qualifications
• We are looking for an individual capable of delivering high yield results, with at times, limited supervision in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Equipment Service Mechanic

Equipment Service Mechanic

Pihl Excavating currently seeking a motivated and reliable Equipment Service Mechanic to join our team. This position is also commonly known as Lube Truck Driver/Oiler.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Performing manufacturer and company-specific Preventative Maintenance services and light-duty repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and implements
• Inspecting equipment for indicators of present or potential component failure
• Safety inspections and reporting inoperable conditions
• Operating all company equipment within professional protocols
• Parts identification, inventory management, and parts ordering
• Recording and updating repair and service records in a timely fashion
• Processing Scheduled Oil Samples (SOS) reports and analysis

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pihl Excavating is currently seeking a motivated and reliable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Operating a variety of heavy equipment such as, but not limited to Excavators, Dozers, Loaders, Compactors, Etc.
• Working on a range of projects from mass excavation/grading, commercial site preparation, installation of road systems, land clearing, reservoirs, athletic fields, vineyards and wineries, public work, single and multi-family housing developments, and more.
• Properly following all state and federal agency safety procedures
• Supporting Foremen and Site Superintendents on an as-needed basis
• Maintaining a clean jobsite
• Performing a range of additional activities and tasks on the jobsites when necessary

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Laborer

Laborer

Pihl Excavating is currently seeking a motivated and reliable Laborer to join our Team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Working on a range of projects from mass excavation/grading, commercial site preparation, installation of road systems, land clearing, reservoirs, athletic fields, vineyards and wineries, public work, single and multi-family housing developments, and more.
• Properly following all state and federal agency safety procedures
• Supporting Foremen, Operators, and Site Superintendents on an as needed basis
• Maintaining a clean jobsite
• Fueling and greasing equipment daily
• Cleaning cabs and performing light preventative maintenance tasks on equipment

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Commonly Asked Questions


How does the application process work?
Once an application is submitted, human resources will send it to the applicable department for review. If the department wants to move forward, you will receive a phone call from human resources to schedule an interview.

How often do employees get paid?
Pihl Excavating employees get paid weekly.

Will I get drug tested?
Yes, employees will need to pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their first day. Employees are then subject to random drug testing throughout employment.

What kind of traveling should I expect?
We aim to stay within 50 miles from our office in Banks to make sure that employees get home at night.

Is there new hire training?
Yes, Pihl Excavating offers training to new hires starting on their first day. New employees participate in onboarding training along with safety training on their first day to ensure a smooth transition. Employees will also get trained on how to use our software programs.


Testimonials

Randy Larson

“In 2004 I was going through a divorce and decided that it was time for a career change too, so I gave a 30-day notice to the restaurant I had managed for 20 years. When I was looking for a new job, a relative that was working for Pihl Excavating recommended that I try it. I applied and got the job so at 46 years old, I started my new career at Pihl Excavating. The job was completely new to me since I had never set grade, operated heavy equipment, or anything related to excavating. The crews that I worked with taught me everything I needed to know. Even though I had no prior experience in this field of work, everyone was involved in my training. Nobody put me down for not knowing what they knew, and they all worked at bringing me up to their level of knowledge. The owner, Matt Pihl, engaged in my training from the start and has continued to give me great opportunities for growth. Here, at Pihl Excavating, if you want it and are willing to work and learn, then anything is possible. Now, I work as an estimator for the company and love it.

The pay and benefits are good with health insurance for you and your family, along with the company match towards a 401k. I have stayed here because it feels like a family, and we all get along and help each other.

Why don’t you make a change and come see where you fit into our family!”

~ Randy Larson