Backfill Operator

Garney; Longs (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision plan

Dental plan

Stock options

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Weekly pay

Job summary

Garney is seeking a Backfill Operator to join our field crew. In this role you will operate machinery to excavate, backfill, trench, and perform final cleanup as part of a construction team.

Candidates should have two to five years of construction experience and a strong knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance. Overtime and travel may be required as part of project needs.

Qualifications

• Two to five years in construction experience.
• Utility work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid.
• Backfill safely as part of a crew.
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
• Move the trench boxes from the ditch.

Skills

Construction experience

Overtime willingness

Equipment operation knowledge

Job description

GARNEY

A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator, you will operate machinery to perform activities such as excavating, backfilling, trenching, ditching, clearing, looming, fine grading, and final clean up. The Backfill Operator may perform functions of a laborer as required.

What You Will Be Doing

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid
• Do the backfill in a safe manner as part of a crew
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine
• Move the trench boxes from the ditch

What We Are Looking For

• Two to five years in construction experience
• Utility work experience preferred
• Firm Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance
• Must be willing to work overtime and travel

Let’s Talk the Perks

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Contact Us

If you are interested in the Backfill Operator position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. You may be required to complete a post‑offer physical and a site‑specific background check for this position.

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