Digger Derrick Driver / Operator, Henrico

Fishel Co; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing plan

Job summary

A utility construction company is seeking a Digger Derrick Driver/Operator in Virginia. The role involves operating a digger derrick to set streetlight poles, performing excavation work, and ensuring site restoration. Candidates need to have prior experience in utility construction and a valid CDL. This position offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Prior experience driving and operating a digger derrick.
• Valid CDL required.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read prints and interpret utility maps.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate digger derrick to set streetlight poles.
• Perform clearing and grading on job sites.
• Restore property related to utility installation.
• General construction tasks and physical labor up to 50 lbs (and occasionally more).

Skills

Digger Derrick operation

Utility construction maintenance

Reading utility maps

Physical labor

Overtime availability

Heavy lifting up to 75 lbs

Tools

Mini excavator

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Overview

Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring a Digger Derrick Driver / Operator for our Henrico, VA office.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate digger derrick to and from job sites to set streetlight poles
• Perform clearing, grading, excavations as needed on job sites
• Property or worksite restoration as needed associated with installation and repair of underground/aerial utilities
• Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting materials on average up to 50 lbs, etc.) under direction of Foreman or Supervisor

Qualifications

• Have prior experience within the utility construction/maintenance industry driving and operating a digger derrick
• Holding a valid CDL is required
• Previous experience operating a mini excavator a plus
• Capable of reading prints and interpreting utility maps to identify the type and size of underground utilities
• Able to work as needed (over-time, after hours, on weekends, for emergencies or on-call) and in all weather conditions
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as needed with or without assistance

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran

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