Job Information
Aerotek Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator in Knoxville, Tennessee
Job Title: Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator with over 5 years of expertise in underground utility work. The ideal candidate will have significant experience digging 16-18 feet deep and shooting grade. You will be responsible for installing, repairing, and mapping underground systems for utilities such as gas, water, sewage, communications, and power lines. A strong work ethic and effective communication skills with other on-site workers are essential. Additionally, the candidate must be open to travel in the southeast with per diem.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, front end loaders, and skid steers.
Dig and trench up to 16-18 feet deep and maintain grade accuracy.
Install, repair, and map underground utility systems including gas, water, sewage, communications, and power lines.
Use power tools and hand tools for pipe laying and other related tasks.
Perform fine grading and ensure proper installation of sewer pipes, storm drains, and trench boxes.
Communicate effectively with other on-site workers to ensure project efficiency.
Essential Skills
5+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation and underground utility work.
Proficiency in operating excavators and other heavy machinery.
Experience in digging, trenching, grading, and pipe laying.
Ability to shoot grade accurately.
Strong communication skills and work ethic.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with storm drains, trench boxes, and fine grading.
Knowledge of construction and equipment operation.
Why Work Here?
We offer an entire week off for Christmas, paid. Employees receive 9 PTO days and 7 paid holidays annually, in addition to the Christmas week off. We host a large Christmas party for all employees every year. Our company is family-owned, has been profitable for 33 years, and there is no chance of a hiring freeze at the moment.
Work Environment
Flexible schedules with weekends off. The work environment involves operating heavy equipment and performing tasks in outdoor construction settings.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $29.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.