About Us
Sioux Falls Excavating Services
Owner/President Harold Goeden and his staff of qualified operators, drivers, and support personnel have many years of experience in the underground and excavation business. We strive to provide the latest in equipment and technical knowledge in order to better assist you with your excavation needs. We pride ourselves on working with owners and general contractors to develop a quality, cost-efficient project from the very beginning through completion.
Experience, commitment, and dedication by employees and management are what have earned First Rate Excavate its reputation in being voted Sioux Falls' excavating best for 7 years in a row.
Our company is a member of the South Dakota Chapter of the Associated General Contractors, Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, Sioux Falls Contractors Association and the Sioux Falls Home Builders Association. We are dedicated and actively involved in the progression of projects in Sioux Falls and surrounding areas.
Staff Contact List
Harold Goeden, President
haroldg@firstrateexcavate.com
Steve Utech, Director of Operations
steveu@firstrateexcavate.com
Mary Swanson, HR/Payroll
marys@firstrateexcavate.com
Loree Pothast, Accounts Payable/Receivable
loreep@firstrateexcavate.com
Jason Snyders, Estimator/Project Manager
jasons@firstrateexcavate.com
Jay Wright, Director of Safety
jayw@firstrateexcavate.com
Tyler Kappenman, Take Off Specialist
tylerk@firstrateexcavate.com
Kammi Myers, Data Specialist/Receptionist
kammim@firstrateexcavate.com