Backfill Operator

Garney; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health plans

Prescription coverage

Dental & vision coverage

Stock options from day one

401(k) with 3.5% match

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Health Savings Account with matching

Job summary

Garney is seeking a Backfill Operator in Sevierville, Tennessee. The role requires prior construction experience and involves operating machinery for backfilling, trenching, and final site cleanup as part of a crew.

You will perform basic machine maintenance, assist with laborer duties as needed, and contribute to safe, efficient project execution on site.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of construction experience
• Utility work experience preferred
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance
• Willingness to work overtime and travel

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Construction experience

Equipment operation

Maintenance

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Trenching gear

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 cleanup. 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
• Perform 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 of construction experience
• Utility work experience preferred
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance
• Willingness to work overtime and travel

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans (0 premium)
• Virtual doctor visits with no copay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting the 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
• Free 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

If you are interested in the Backfill Operator position, please complete an application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com. For more information, contact Alondra Dominguez at 615‑266‑6156 or by email at [e-mail]. Include the job title and location in your inquiry to ensure a prompt response. All openings are currently accepting candidates.

Equal Opportunity & Legal Compliance

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.