Telecom Construction Equipment Operator - Excavation

Klaasmeyer Construction Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

Basic Life Insurance

Spousal Life Insurance

Children’s Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Match

Holiday & Birthday Leave

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership

Job summary

Klaasmeyer Construction Company is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our Field Operations team in Nashville. You will operate heavy excavation equipment to cut trenches, excavate pits, protect utilities, and keep crews moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment, CDL preferred or willingness to obtain, and a focus on safety and accuracy in congested sites. Outdoor work, travel, and compliance with MUTCD are involved.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• 2–4 years of verifiable heavy equipment operation experience.
• Experience with open-cut trenching and confined spaces advantageous.
• CDL preferred or willing to obtain.
• OSHA 10 preferred; OSHA 30 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, mini excavators, trenchers, and loaders.
• Grade, line, and sight to specification with accuracy.
• Mark and locate utilities before digging; report unmarked strikes.
• Pothole and hand-dig to verify utility locations as needed.
• Perform pre-op inspections of fluids, hydraulics, and attachments.
• Set up and maintain traffic control near roadways per MUTCD.
• Log production hours and site conditions daily.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Excavator proficiency

Safety awareness

Reading construction drawings

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

OSHA 10/30

First Aid/ CPR

Job description

Klaasmeyer Construction Company is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our Field Operations team in Nashville. You will operate heavy excavation equipment to cut trenches, excavate pits, protect utilities, and keep crews moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment, CDL preferred or willingness to obtain, and a focus on safety and accuracy in congested sites. Outdoor work, travel, and compliance with MUTCD are involved.