We never thought we’d become a marketing agency. Dirt Work Marketing started from a genuine desire to help contractors succeed, born out of the struggles I faced learning how to market my own excavation company. After going through countless challenges, I discovered how to generate leads and secure consistent work for my business. With that success, people began asking me what I was doing to grow so rapidly.
At just 19 years old, I owned 10 machines and had completed over $3 million in excavation work between the ages of 16 and 19, with my largest individual job coming in just shy of $700,000. I worked my way up from being a laborer setting pipe to operating some of the largest excavation equipment in the industry, including D8Ts, 745s, and 349s.
Those experiences taught me the value of hard work, resilience, and strategy, and they gave me a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in this industry.












At Dirt Work Marketing, we combine a deep understanding of excavation with marketing expertise to offer unmatched services. From owning and operating heavy equipment to building a multi-million-dollar business, we’ve been where you are. That’s why we focus on creating solutions that work for contractors, not just generic strategies.
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Zachary Barulli is the visionary founder and driving force behind Dirt Work Marketing LLC, a company designed to revolutionize how excavation contractors grow and succeed in today’s digital landscape. With a rare combination of hands-on industry expertise and advanced digital marketing knowledge, Zachary’s journey is a testament to hard work, innovation, and an unyielding passion for empowering others.
Zachary’s story began at just 11 years old when he first operated a skid steer, igniting a lifelong passion for excavation. By his late teens, he had accomplished what many dream of—owning 10 heavy machines and completing over $3 million in excavation projects, including a single contract valued at nearly $700,000. His rise in the excavation world wasn’t just about mastering the trade; it was about understanding the business and finding ways to stand out in a competitive industry.
Through his own experiences, Zachary recognized a glaring gap: many contractors, despite their skills and equipment, struggled to market themselves effectively and reach their ideal clients. This realization fueled the creation of Dirt Work Marketing, a company focused exclusively on helping contractors build their brands, generate consistent leads, and achieve long-term growth.
Today, Zachary brings the same drive and dedication that built his excavation empire to his work at Dirt Work Marketing. His mission is to provide contractors with cutting-edge marketing solutions tailored specifically to their unique needs. From SEO-optimized websites and social media strategies to lead generation systems, Zachary ensures every client has the tools they need to thrive.
Beyond his professional achievements, Zachary is known for his genuine desire to help others succeed. He understands the challenges contractors face because he’s been there himself—and now, he’s committed to sharing his expertise to help others build the businesses they’ve always envisioned.
“I built Dirt Work Marketing because I know firsthand the power of effective marketing. It’s not just about growing a business—it’s about creating opportunities, expanding possibilities, and helping contractors realize their potential.” – Zachary Barulli
Hafiz is a skilled Website designer and developer with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and over 14 years of experience. Hafiz specializes in building scalable, future-proof websites that enhance user experience and support business growth.
As a key contributor to Dirtwork Marketing, Hafiz combines clean coding with creative design to deliver high-quality, SEO-optimized web solutions that meet the highest standards of functionality and performance.
Hi I’m CJ Pelletier I’m from Connecticut! At the early age of 14 I started in landscaping and hardscaping and soon after I grew a strong love for excavation and operating. Ever since then the rest is history. I started realizing how much of a lack of digital marketing and online knowledge a lot of my peers had and it drove my passion to help the industry as much as possible. Now I am blessed to be able to help hundreds of business owners fuel their dream and throw them in the direction for success. It’s been an amazing journey so far and I’m sure there’s so much more to come!
My name is Aidan Abell, I am 21 years old. I am a third year student attending Florida Atlantic University. I was born in Cleveland Ohio, and moved down to South Florida and have been here for 10 years. I started my career at the age of 15 working in the waste industry. Starting from the bottom painting cans, slowly working my way up learning the ins and outs of what it truly takes to make a business succeed from top to bottom.
A major takeaway over my years in the industry that I can apply to any line of work would be, learning how to establish an online presence. Building a SEO-optimized, correctly coded and a cleanly designed website, that attracts new customers and also puts your company in a different league from your local competitors. I am very grateful to be in a position with Dirt Work Marketing to work with like minded individuals who all want to help grow and expand the companies we get to work with to their fullest potential.
My name is Ben Swanson, with over five years of experience in dirt, excavation, and heavy civil construction. My background bridges the gap between field expertise and self taught online marketing including expert SEO background and google advertising. This combination of insight into both industries allows me to form a deeper connection and commitment to service for all clients I work with.
Specializing in SEO and Google paid ads I have concentrated on the ability to turn online visibility into tangible leads. This approach focuses on aligning the technical precision of digital marketing with the real-world demands of the dirt and excavation industry, ensuring all clients not only attract attention online but are also able to build trust with their audience and service areas.
With a passion for connecting the online world to the boots on the ground using the most up to date technologies in digital solutions, I am committed to helping your business grow by delivering tailored marketing campaigns that resonate with your audience and brand to gain the recognition it deserves.
My name is Aaron Fayette, I am currently a Junior at Florida Atlantic University. I’ve lived in south Florida my whole life and have worked in Landscaping since my freshman year of high school. Because of this I know how important websites are in this competitive industry. I am passionate about helping excavation companies grow to their fullest potential.
As a key contributor to Dirtwork Marketing, Hafiz combines clean coding with creative design to deliver high-quality, SEO-optimized web solutions that meet the highest standards of functionality and performance.