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Light Equipment Operator

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/20/2026
Responsibilities

Now Hiring Light Equipment Operators

Brasfield & Gorrie is hiring experienced Light Equipment Operators for active commercial construction sites in Nashville and surrounding areas. If you have experience operating mini excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or similar equipment, we want you on our team!

What You Can Expect

  • Local, consistent work in the Nashville area
  • Competitive pay based on your experience
  • Reliable, full-time hours
  • Safe, organized job sites with steady projects
  • Opportunities to grow your career and skillset

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate various light construction equipment including mini excavators, skid steers, rollers, compactors, forklifts, and buck hoists
  • Move, load/unload dirt and materials, perform grading, digging, and lifting tasks
  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment as needed
  • Follow established safety protocols and maintain a drug-free work environment
  • Work efficiently under general supervision while maintaining productivity and safety standards

Qualifications

  • Prior experience operating mini excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or similar equipment required
  • Familiarity with general construction site operations and safety procedures
  • Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and inspections
  • Safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to work

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Why Join Brasfield & Gorrie?

We're committed to building exceptional people, strong relationships, great projects, and thriving communities. Safety, performance, integrity, respect, innovation, and teamwork define our approach.

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