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Excavator Operator With CDL A
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Posted on: Nov 02, 2026
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
Excavator Operator With CDL A
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Chattanooga Tennessee United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Job Description
- Excavator Operator With CDL A
- $25-$29/hr
- 40+hours/week | Full-time
- Start: ASAP
- Location: Chattanooga TN
- Please call or text us at
Must be able to dig around live Utilities
Duties
- Operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, and water trucks with precision to perform excavation, grading, trenching, and utility installation tasks.
- Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of construction machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Utilize utility locating techniques to identify underground utilities before excavation activities commence.
- Follow federal construction safety regulations and equipment safety procedures at all times to maintain a safe work environment.
- Assist with construction site setup, including site grading and preparation for subsequent phases of the project.
- Collaborate with team members to coordinate heavy equipment operation in confined or complex work areas.
- Maintain detailed records of equipment usage, maintenance activities, and safety inspections.
- Support construction utility work by installing or repairing underground infrastructure as directed.
- Operate additional equipment such as Caterpillar machinery or water trucks as needed for specific tasks.
- Adhere strictly to safety regulations and participate in ongoing safety training sessions.
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating excavators, loaders, backhoes, and other heavy construction machinery.
- Knowledge of construction utility work, excavation techniques, and site grading procedures.
- Familiarity with federal construction safety regulations and equipment safety procedures.
- Mechanical knowledge related to construction machinery maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Valid commercial driver’s license with experience in commercial truck driving and water truck operation preferred.
- Ability to perform utility locating accurately using appropriate tools and methods.
- Strong understanding of construction site safety protocols and heavy equipment operation standards.
- Construction experience in utility installation or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Please submit resume for immediate Consideration
Position Details
Posted:
Nov 02, 2026
Reference Number:
3071d177
Employment:
Full-time
City:
Chattanooga
Job Origin:
ziprecruiter
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