Garrett Excavating

05/11/2026

As applications officially close and our committee begins reviewing submissions, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the individuals and companies who chose to honor Gilbert Garrett’s legacy through their support of the Gilbert Garrett College Scholarship.

Your generosity is helping invest in the next generation, and we are incredibly grateful for each of you. Thank you.

05/01/2026

We’re proud to welcome three new team members to GarrettX.

We had the opportunity to celebrate with two of them at yesterday’s SHS Signing Day, marking the beginning of what’s ahead. We’re excited to have all three on board and look forward to the impact they’ll make.

Best on Earth starts with people. 💯💯

04/20/2026

You never know what moment will stick.

Giving students the opportunity to see, touch, and experience what we do firsthand is how interest turns into passion, and passion turns into careers.

Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with the students at Leverett Elementary and be a small part of sparking that curiosity.

Best on Earth is built from the ground up.

04/16/2026

Proud to be a part of this.

Investing in the next generation and putting students behind the controls isn’t just important, it’s the future of our industry. Big thanks to Springdale High School for leading the way.

Best on Earth starts with people.

🏗️ Today on Springdale Today: We’re Breaking the Mold! 🏗️

Most school districts outsource heavy equipment training—but not Springdale. We’ve brought it in-house, putting our students directly behind the controls of high-demand careers.

Featuring Dewayne Ellison of Garrett Excavating, instructor Chad Burkett and student Shem Paul.

Catch the full episode to see how we’re building the future of NWA! 🚜✨

🔗 https://app.smore.com/n/jyzm5-heavy-stuff

03/23/2026

We’re proud to announce the launch of the Gilbert Garrett College Scholarship through the Irvin and Mary Garrett Foundation.

This marks a meaningful step forward for the GarrettX family - an opportunity to invest in the next generation and support the futures of our employees’ children and grandchildren.

At GarrettX, we’ve always believed in building more than projects - we’re building people, families, and futures. This scholarship is one more way we’re living that out.

Details are being shared directly with our GarrettX team. For more information, please connect with your supervisor.

03/17/2026

🚛 Now Hiring: Heavy Haul Driver🚛

Garrett Excavating is looking for a skilled CDL Class A Driver (Hazmat & Tanker required) to support our heavy civil operations.

This role goes beyond driving — you’ll assist with fuel & l**e, equipment support, and daily site operations. Experience with lowboys, dump trucks, and heavy equipment is highly valued.
We’re looking for someone reliable, safety-focused, and ready to work.

📍 Benton, AR
📩 Apply today: garrettx.com/careers

03/17/2026

☘️ We’re lucky to work with great clients, partners, and communities across Arkansas!

02/25/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

We are seeking a skilled Estimator to join our heavy civil construction team at our Benton, Arkansas office. This position is responsible for preparing accurate bid packages by analyzing plans, specifications, labor, and materials. The Estimator will coordinate with team members, manage change orders and project closeouts, and maintain strong client and vendor relationships. Occasional job site travel is required.

📍 Location: Benton, AR
📩 Apply Now: garrettx.com/careers

02/21/2026

Our very own Ricky Lattin has been named an AMP 50 Over 50 honoree! 💪
His journey is a testament to hard work, humility, and a relentless commitment to growth as a leader. Ricky’s impact reaches far beyond his role, he makes our people, our projects, and our company better every day. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and even more proud to call him ours. 💪💯

A few minutes of conversation with Ricky Lattin is all it takes to reveal the secret ingredients of the 52-year-old’s successful career.

01/29/2026

We see his influence every day - in our teams, our projects, and our culture.

Congratulations to Grant Garrett on being named a 2026 Influencer of the Year. This recognition reflects the leadership, character, and commitment he brings to GarrettX and to our communities.

We’re proud of the example you set and the impact you continue to make.