Backfill Operator — Trenching & Grading Pro

Garney Construction; Pigeon Forge (TN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical plans

Stock options

401(k) match

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

8 holidays

HSA with match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Counseling services

Job summary

Garney Construction seeks a Backfill Operator in Tennessee. The role involves operating machinery for excavating, backfilling, trenching, and final cleanup, with occasional laborer duties as needed. You will join a crew to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

Requirements include 2–5 years in construction, knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, and willingness to travel and work overtime. Garney offers competitive benefits and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid.
• 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

Equipment operation

Overtime willingness

Job description

Garney Construction seeks a Backfill Operator in Tennessee. The role involves operating machinery for excavating, backfilling, trenching, and final cleanup, with occasional laborer duties as needed. You will join a crew to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

Requirements include 2–5 years in construction, knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, and willingness to travel and work overtime. Garney offers competitive benefits and a team-focused environment.