Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 27 minutes ago
n today’s video, I’m finally wrapping up an excavation job that ended up taking a lot longer than planned — but the finish feels GREAT. This was my very first excavation job, and between the learning curve, equipment challenges, and a few surprises underground, it definitely kept me on my toes.
I used my CAT 304 mini excavator, skid steer, and a whole lot of patience to get this project across the finish line. The end result turned out better than I expected, and I’m excited to finally call this phase DONE.
➡️ Stay tuned — I’ll be doing a full cost breakdown video soon, going over equipment, fuel, time, materials, and what I actually made on this job.
➡️ And we’ll also have another video coming up where we finish the gravel driveway with stone, grading, and final touches.
If you enjoy these excavation projects, learning along with me, or just watching the equipment work — make sure to like and subscribe!
Merch Link:
captainkleeman.dashery.com
DISCLAIMER. this is not a how to video and I am not responsible for any actions you take on your equipment property
n today’s video, I’m finally wrapping up an excavation job that ended up taking a lot longer than planned — but the finish feels GREAT. This was my very first excavation job, and between the learning curve, equipment challenges, and a few surprises underground, it definitely kept me on my toes.
I used my CAT 304 mini excavator, skid steer, and a whole lot of patience to get this project across the finish line. The end result turned out better than I expected, and I’m excited to finally call this phase DONE.
➡️ Stay tuned — I’ll be doing a full cost breakdown video soon, going over equipment, fuel, time, materials, and what I actually made on this job.
➡️ And we’ll also have another video coming up where we finish the gravel driveway with stone, grading, and final touches.
If you enjoy these excavation projects, learning along with me, or just watching the equipment work — make sure to like and subscribe!
Merch Link:
captainkleeman.dashery.com
DISCLAIMER. this is not a how to video and I am not responsible for any actions you take on your equipment property
