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Sheakley Workforce Staffing

Safety Manager

Clinton, TN · On-site

$7.58/hr

Clinton, TN Duration: 6+ Months (Start: 9/14) Type: 1099 Contractor Compensation & Schedule Pay ... Monitor excavation, trenching, concrete placement, rebar installation, conduit installation, piping ...

City of Kingsport, TN

Utilities/Pipelayer I

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$37K/yr

Utilities, 1113 Konnarock Rd., Kingsport, TN 37664, TN Job Type: Full Time Regular Job Number: 2026 ... Install and maintain pressurized and gravity pipe in trench excavation, sometimes requiring use of ...

Action

Equipment Operator

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

Clarksville,TN Business Unit: Environmental Status: Full-time/Non-Exempt Reports to: Field ... Tank cleaning, Hydro excavation, Vacuum loading, Line flushing, High-pressure water blasting ...

Action Enterprise

Equipment Operator

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

Clarksville,TN Business Unit: Environmental Status: Full-time/Non-Exempt Reports to: Field ... Tank cleaning, Hydro excavation, Vacuum loading, Line flushing, High-pressure water blasting ...

Goodmanson Construction

Lead Mechanic

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$34 - $44/hr

... excavation, and site work contractor with an expanding equipment fleet. We are looking for a Lead ... S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are ...

Action Usa

Equipment Operator

Athens, TN · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

Athens, TN Business Unit: Environmental Status: Full-time/Non-Exempt Reports to: Field Supervisor ... Tank cleaning, Hydro excavation, Vacuum loading, Line flushing, High-pressure water blasting ...

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How much do excavation contractor tn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for excavation contractor tn in the United States is $22.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Excavation Contractor Tn vs Excavation Laborer Tn?

AspectExcavation Contractor TnExcavation Laborer Tn
CertificationsLicenses, OSHA training, specialized excavation certificationsBasic OSHA training, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentSupervises projects, manages crews, plans excavation workPerforms manual labor, assists with excavation tasks
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, excavation firms, project managersConstruction sites, excavation crews, general labor roles

Excavation Contractor Tn typically oversees excavation projects, requiring certifications and management skills, while Excavation Laborer Tn focuses on manual labor tasks on-site. Both roles are essential in construction but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

How much do excavation contractors in Tennessee make?

Excavation contractors in Tennessee typically earn an average annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, project scope, and certifications. Skilled contractors with specialized equipment and safety training may earn higher wages, especially on large or complex projects.

How much do excavation contractors make?

Excavation contractors typically earn an average annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and project complexity. Skilled contractors with certifications and specialized equipment may earn higher wages, especially in areas with high construction activity.
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Safety Manager - Clarksville, TN

Sheakley Workforce Staffing

Clarksville, TN • On-site

$102 - $127/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Construction Safety Manager

Location: Knoxville, TN

Duration: Long-Term (Start: 7/20)

Type: 1099 Contractor with Opportunity to Transition into a Full-Time W2 Position in Knoxville, TN office

Company Vehicle Provided Upon Full-Time Conversion

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Rate: $49/hr and $0.72 per mile for gas reimbursement while traveling between sites.

Per Diem: No perdiem

Completion Bonus: $150/month

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 40-50 Hours Per Week | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why This Opportunity?

Join an underground utilities contractor supporting the construction of a major data center project in Knoxville, TN. This role offers the opportunity to oversee safety activities involving excavation, trenching, underground utility installation, heavy equipment operations, and daily civil construction work on a high-profile project.

This position also offers the potential to transition into a full-time W2 role upon successful project completion, with future opportunities to support projects based out of the company's Knoxville office and a company vehicle provided.

Required Qualifications

OSHA 30 Certification

Trenching and excavation safety experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Data center construction experience

Underground utilities experience (water, sewer, storm, electrical, or telecommunications)

Heavy civil construction experience

Competent Person - Excavation & Trenching

CHST, ASP, CSP, or other BCSP credential

What You'll Be Doing
  • Oversee daily safety activities for underground utility construction operations
  • Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
  • Monitor excavation, trenching, and underground utility installation activities
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA excavation standards and project safety requirements
  • Monitor heavy equipment operations, material handling, and contractor activities
  • Lead incident investigations and corrective action implementation
  • Deliver new hire orientations and ongoing safety coaching
  • Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), excavation permits, and pre-task plans
  • Maintain safety documentation, reports, and compliance records
  • Partner with project supervision to proactively identify and mitigate hazards
  • Promote a positive safety culture across the project
Technical Knowledge

Candidates should have working knowledge of:

  • OSHA Construction Standards
  • OSHA Excavation & Trenching Standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart P)
  • Underground Utility Construction
  • Trench Protection Systems
  • Soil Classification & Protective Systems
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Utility Installation Safety
  • Excavation Competent Person Responsibilities
  • Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development
  • Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  • Contractor Safety Management
  • Construction Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Data Center Civil Construction
What Success Looks Like

The ideal candidate is a field-focused safety professional who can build strong relationships with utility crews, operators, and project leadership while proactively identifying hazards, maintaining compliance, and supporting the safe execution of excavation and underground utility operations throughout the project.

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Qualified candidates should submit a resume for immediate review.

If you have experience directly related to the project's scope of work, please ensure it is clearly reflected on your resume, including the specific activities or operations you supported (e.g., trenching, excavation, underground utilities, heavy civil construction, utility installation, competent person responsibilities, data center construction, etc.).

Interviews are actively being scheduled for qualified candidates.

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