Backhoe Operator

Backhoe Operator - Goodyear, Arizona (Job Number: 114920)

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead - not just to the next project, but also to what’s next in our industry.

Job Overview: The Backhoe Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating backhoes and other heavy equipment to support project construction activities. This role performs excavation, trenching, material handling, and other assigned equipment operations while following project safety requirements and equipment operating procedures. The successful candidate will be dependable, safety-focused, and experienced working with heavy equipment in an active construction-site environment.

Position is available in Goodyear, Arizona

Compensation: $34 - $36 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday (5/10s)

Per Diem: For eligible travelers, a per diem of $150 per day worked is available. Restrictions apply.

Job Functions:

• Reporting to work everyday as scheduled
• Conducting pre-operational inspections of equipment
• Understanding soils and safe procedures for excavating soils
• Working with others to accomplish team/project goals
• Possessing the proper licenses and qualifications to drive/operate equipment
• Safely completing assigned work tasks
• Operating various equipment such as Backhoes and Excavators in a safe and efficient manner according to manufactures and PCL policies
• Effectively communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and clients to maintain good relationships at work

Qualifications:

• Ability to take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects
• Able to identify ground markers
• Able to identify and locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning work
• Ability to load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, backhoes, excavators, or related equipment
• Ability to safely operate backhoes, excavators, bobcats, and related equipment efficiently to accomplish trenching, excavating, auguring, and other project tasks
• Must be willing to travel

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Paid holidays

PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company composed of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities essential to daily life, and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education, and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Company: PCL Industrial Services, Inc.

Job Posting: Nov 02, 2026

Closing Date: Ongoing

Primary Location: United States-Arizona-Goodyear