Posted 10 days ago
Mini Excavator Operator
AI Summary
Operates a mini excavator to dig trenches for light poles, backfill, and load materials, and performs equipment checks and routine maintenance.
About this role
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Mini Excavator Operators for projects located in the Knoxville, TN area. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is up to $25/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are Mini Excavator Operator and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
- Dig trenches for light poles
- Operate mini excavator controls booms & attachments such as buckets or augers to dig trenches for light poles, backfill, and load materials
- Conduct pre- and post-operational equipment checks
- Perform daily routine maintenance, greasing, fluid checks, and track inspections
- Assist the crew with manual labor or site cleanup when not operating the machine
Requirements
- 2+ years of mini excavator experience
- All PPE
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
- Vacation Pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.
Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
Location
US-TN-KNOXVILLESkills
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