Heavy Equipment Operator

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work out of Norris Dam Knoxville, Tennessee.  

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner, equipment such as graders bulldozers scrapers, excavators, front-end loaders.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
• Must be able to locate utilities and other buried lines prior to trenching.
• Other responsibilities include but are not limited to loading & unloading materials, trenching, backfilling, rough grading & finish grading.
• Perform and record equipment inspections daily in Fleetio.
• Perform minor servicing & maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines cleaned & maintained.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow verbal & written instructions. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively. 
• Must have the ability to read and follow construction blueprints.
• Must possess skills, coordination, & awareness to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner with precision & efficiency.
• Must have 2 - 5 years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Must have the ability to take instruction & directions from the site Foreman & provide support to other onsite personnel. 
• This position does involve some travel, must be willing & available to travel.

Company DescriptionTimberline Construction Group is a growing, dynamic, Alabama based business that provides services both within and outside the United States. We specialize in Civil Construction, Disaster Response Services, Commercial Construction, Residential Construction, and Affordable Community Housing Services. Widely acknowledged for our integrity and ability to complete complex projects, Timberline Construction Group is the company of choice for Federal and State Agencies and private clients.

Timberline has worked with FEMA, state agencies, international governments, the United Nations, IA-TAC III contractors, 8(a)’s, USACE, National Parks Service, United Way, and countless private entities to execute diverse types of construction projects.Company DescriptionTimberline Construction Group is a growing, dynamic, Alabama based business that provides services both within and outside the United States. We specialize in Civil Construction, Disaster Response Services, Commercial Construction, Residential Construction, and Affordable Community Housing Services. Widely acknowledged for our integrity and ability to complete complex projects, Timberline Construction Group is the company of choice for Federal and State Agencies and private clients.\r\n\r\nTimberline has worked with FEMA, state agencies, international governments, the United Nations, IA-TAC III contractors, 8(a)’s, USACE, National Parks Service, United Way, and countless private entities to execute diverse types of construction projects.]]>