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Job Title: NCCCO Certified Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced NCCCO Certified Heavy Equipment Operator with a strong commitment to safety standards and protocols. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in heavy equipment operation, including crane operation and underground utilities. The role involves performing routine maintenance checks and ensuring machinery is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, excavators, dozers, backhoes, and front-end loaders.

• Perform routine maintenance checks on machinery to ensure it is in good working order.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols at all times.

• Read and interpret blueprints for construction projects.

• Handle underground utilities safely and efficiently.

• Conduct crane inspections and ensure proper operation of overhead cranes.

• Follow construction safety guidelines and procedures.

Essential Skills

• NCCCO Crane Operator Certification

• 5+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation

• Experience with cranes, crane operation, and crane inspection

• Proficiency in operating excavators, dozers, backhoes, and front-end loaders

• Strong understanding of underground utilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

• Knowledge of construction safety and stormwater management

• CDL Class A license

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with equipment operation in construction environments

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills

Why Work Here?

Join our team and become part of a company that values safety, skill development, and career growth. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise and experience will be highly valued. Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule and opportunities for professional advancement.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic and supportive environment where safety is the top priority. You will operate state-of-the-art equipment and machinery, ensuring all safety protocols are followed. The position involves working outdoors, often in varying weather conditions, and requires adherence to construction safety guidelines. Dress code is appropriate for construction sites, including personal protective equipment (PPE).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $39.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.