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Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Saluda, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Henrico, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Hampton, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Saluda, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Henrico, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

Team Fishel

Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Hampton, VA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting ... digger derrick * Holding a valid CDL is required * Previous experience operating a mini excavator a ...

DZSP|21

... digger / derrick (boom truck) and forklifts. Must be able to utilize basic hand tools and testers such as voltmeters, ammeters, and phase rotation meters, and must be knowledgeable in utilizing ...

Taylor Shellfish

Oyster/Clam Farmer

Shelton, WA

$17.50 - $25/hr

... a hand help rake to turn over the substrate to harvest market size clams. The clams harvested are placed into a four-gallon bucket. When the bucket is full the digger empties the clams into a net ...

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Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

Saluda, VA • On-site

Team Fishel
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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$24 - $25/hr

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Location
Saluda, VA
Market
General Utility Construction
Who is Team Fishel?
Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We're industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?
Description
Team Fishel , the Best Choice in Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring a Digger Derrick Driver / Operator for our Saluda, VA office.
Duties
  • Drive and operate digger derrick to and from job sites to set streetlight poles
  • Perform clearing, grading, excavations as needed on job sites
  • Property or worksite restoration as needed associated with installation and repair of underground/aerial utilities
  • Performs general construction work (to include physical labor i.e. using hand tools, lifting materials on average up to 50 lbs, etc.) under direction of Foreman or Supervisor
Requirements
  • Have prior experience within the utility construction/maintenance industry driving and operating a digger derrick
  • Holding a valid CDL is required
  • Previous experience operating a mini excavator a plus
  • Capable of reading prints and interpreting utility maps to identify the type and size of underground utilities
  • Able to work as needed (over-time, after hours, on weekends, for emergencies or on-call) and in all weather conditions
  • Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as needed with or without assistance
Starting salary $24 - $25 / hour dependent upon applicable experience and certifications.
Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Leave Benefits
  • Teammate Assistance Program
  • Learn more ( Español )

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!
Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.
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