Foreman, Construction, Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Positions in either Jackson, WY or Bozeman, MT

Position Type: Seasonal (weather and workload dependent)

Pay: Competitive pay DOE (Depending on Experience)

Ridgeline Excavation is a safety‑driven excavation and heavy civil contractor operating in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Bozeman, Montana. We specialize in excavation, grading, utilities installation, and heavy civil earthwork. We take pride in professional crews, well‑maintained equipment, and doing work the right way.

Ridgeline Excavation maintains a safety‑oriented work environment. Employment is contingent upon:

• Passing a pre‑employment drug test
• Compliance with all company safety policies
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, job sites, and traffic.

The Foreman leads field crews on excavation, heavy civil, grading, and utilities projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards while coordinating with project managers and subcontractors.

• Supervise and direct daily activities of operators, laborers, teamsters, and other crew members (2–6+ people).
• Plan and sequence work for excavation, trenching, grading, backfill, and utility installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, and schedules to ensure accurate execution.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities on site.
• Enforce safety protocols, conduct toolbox talks, and maintain OSHA compliance.
• Monitor progress, quality, productivity, report issues or changes to management.
• Oversee the setup, calibration, and effective use of Topcon GPS machine control systems (or equivalent GNSS technology) to achieve precise grading, excavation depths, and site tolerances.
• Train crew, resolve conflicts, and perform hands‑on work (e.g., operating equipment) as needed.
• Manage timecards, daily logs, and site housekeeping.

This position is classified as seasonal
, with duration dependent on project workload, weather conditions, and operational needs. Seasonal employment does not guarantee year‑round work.