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Excavation Lead

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Handling trenching, grading, backfilling, and cleanup * Coordinating with plumbers, inspectors, and ... Strong excavator operating skills * Sewer, septic, or underground utility experience * Experience ...

Metro Plumbing and HVAC

Excavation Lead

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

LEAD EXCAVATION TECHNICIAN - SEWER & SEPTIC Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air - Chattanooga, TN $25-$35 ... Handling trenching, grading, backfilling, and cleanup * Coordinating with plumbers, inspectors, and ...

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Field

Mount Juliet, TN · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Load, unload, move, and organize materials, tools, and equipment. * Assist with site preparation, grading, excavation, and other construction activities. * Operate hand and power tools safely ...

C.A.Murren

Superintendent

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Oversee mass grading, excavation, trenching, backfill, compaction, and underground utility installation * Review time sheets and utilize the Quantity Log to ensure correct time and quantities

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C.A. Murren and Sons

Superintendent

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Oversee mass grading, excavation, trenching, backfill, compaction, and underground utility installation * Review time sheets and utilize the Quantity Log to ensure correct time and quantities

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Blasters

Lebanon, TN · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Minimum 4-5 years of professional blasting experience, preferably within heavy civil, excavation, quarry, grading, or site development construction. * Demonstrated experience with rock blasting and ...

Ultimate LLC

Excavator Operator

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Excavation operations * Trenching and grading * Utility installation * Site preparation * Reading site plans * Operating excavators * Digging foundations * Backfilling trenches * Soil movement

Rogers Group

Grading & Base Stone Foreman

Columbia, TN · On-site

This includes excavation, filling, compaction, and testing of materials. Is also responsible for underground utility installation on sites. * Knowledge of mass grading sequencing and placement of ...

Rogers Group

Grading & Base Stone Foreman

Columbia, TN · On-site

This includes excavation, filling, compaction, and testing of materials. Is also responsible for underground utility installation on sites. * Knowledge of mass grading sequencing and placement of ...

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What is the difference between Grading Excavation vs Trenching Excavation?

AspectGrading ExcavationTrenching Excavation
PurposeLeveling and shaping land surfaces for construction or landscapingCreating narrow, deep channels for utilities or drainage
Work EnvironmentOpen areas, large-scale land modificationNarrow, deep trenches often near structures or roads
Required CertificationsHeavy equipment operation, site safetyHeavy equipment operation, trench safety (e.g., OSHA trenching standards)
Common UsageSite preparation, grading for foundationsUtility installation, drainage systems

While both grading excavation and trenching excavation involve earthmoving with heavy equipment, grading focuses on surface leveling and shaping large areas, whereas trenching involves digging narrow, deep channels for utilities or drainage. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right specialist for your construction project.

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Excavation Lead

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Chattanooga, TN • On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
LEAD EXCAVATION TECHNICIAN - SEWER & SEPTIC
Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air - Chattanooga, TN
$25-$35/hour Based on Experience + Full Benefits
Know How to Run an Excavator and Run a Job?
If you've spent years in the seat, know how to move dirt the right way, and can lead a crew without someone standing over your shoulder, this may be the job for you.
Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air is hiring an experienced Lead Excavation Technician for our Sewer & Septic Division.
We're looking for someone with 3-5 years of real excavation experience who can operate an excavator, read the job, make good decisions in the field, and keep a crew moving.
This isn't a helper position, and it isn't a job for someone still learning the basics.
We need someone who can show up, look at the job, understand what needs to happen, get in the machine, and get it done.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Running an excavator on sewer and septic jobs
  • Digging for sewer line installs, repairs, and replacements
  • Excavating for septic system installs and repairs
  • Leading a small excavation crew on the jobsite
  • Making sure the job is laid out and dug correctly
  • Working around utilities and existing structures
  • Handling trenching, grading, backfilling, and cleanup
  • Coordinating with plumbers, inspectors, and other team members
  • Keeping the crew productive and the job moving
  • Taking care of the equipment and reporting maintenance issues
  • Making sure the work is done safely and done right
What We're Looking For
  • 3-5 years of excavation experience
  • Strong excavator operating skills
  • Sewer, septic, or underground utility experience
  • Experience leading a crew or running jobs
  • Comfortable making decisions in the field
  • Knowledge of trenching, grading, utilities, and excavation safety
  • Dependable and able to work without constant supervision
  • Someone who takes pride in their work and doesn't cut corners
  • CDL Class A is a plus
  • Must pass background check and drug screening
What You Get
  • $25-$35/hour based on experience
  • Full-time, year-round work
  • No seasonal layoffs
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Good equipment and quality tools
  • Steady work with a growing company
  • Opportunity to move up as the Sewer & Septic Division grows
Tired of Being the Guy Doing the Work While Someone Else Gets to Run the Job?
If you know how to operate an excavator, understand sewer and septic work, and you're ready to be the one leading the crew instead of just following orders, we want to hear from you.
We're looking for someone who knows the trade, works hard, and takes pride in leaving behind a job that was done right.
If that sounds like you, apply today.
Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air
Chattanooga, TN

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