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Backfill Operator

Vanderpool Construction, Inc.
Indianola, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

We are a company that has been a leader the industry for almost 70 years, and is dedicated to providing quality services at a fair price. As part of the Vanderpool team, you become a part of the family where we strive to balance your personal success with the success of the company.


Compensation: Competitive Wages TBD based on position and experience


General Information:

Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Wages TBD based on position and experience

Additional: Overtime, possible evenings/weekends


Job Description:

Operation of a excavator tamper, roller & track loader for Utility Crew installing water, storm and sewer.


Job Duties:

  • Operating different size excavators and track loaders as required by the job for the backfill of utility trenches on an underground crew installing storm/water/sewer.
  • Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
  • Other duties as required to accomplish a finished project.

Job Requirements:

  • Have at least 1 years of experience.
  • Must provide own transportation to and from work
  • Most work is within a one hour radius of Indianola

Additional Skills Desired:

  • Class A CDL License
  • Ability to operate other pieces of equipment such as Track Loaders
  • Ability to lift 80 pounds

Benefits May Include:

  • Heath Insurance
  • Vision plan
  • Dental plan
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Additional safety/DOT training opportunities available
  • Profit sharing
  • Bonus opportunities

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