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Light/Heavy Equipment Operator

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
Responsibilities

NOW HIRING EQUIPMENT OPERATORS | NASHVILLE, TN

Light Equipment Operator | Heavy Equipment Operator

Brasfield & Gorrie is hiring experienced equipment operators

at all levels for active commercial construction sites in

Nashville and surrounding areas. Whether you run skid steers

and mini excavators or large dozers and excavators, we have

consistent, long-term work on some of Nashville's most

prominent projects.

What You Can Expect

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

equipment

CURRENT PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

  • 1010 Church | 60-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
  • 1740 Division Street | 20-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
  • Chestnut Street | Office and Venue Development | Nashville, TN
  • Harpeth Hall STEM Building | School Addition | Nashville, TN
  • 1221 Grundy | 16-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
  • Amazon | Tower 2 Tenant Buildout | Nashville, TN
  • Belle Meade Plaza | Condo and Non Condo | Nashville, TN
  • Vanderbilt University | Utility Corridor | Nashville, TN
  • Edition Hotel and Residences | 28-Story Multi Family | Nashville, TN

Key Responsibilities

LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

  • Operate mini excavators, skid steers, rollers, compactors,

forklifts, and telehandlers

  • Move, load, and unload materials; perform grading, digging,

and lifting tasks

  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
  • Follow all safety protocols and maintain a drug-free

work environment

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

  • Operate large excavators, bulldozers, motor graders,

and scrapers

  • Execute grading, excavation, site prep, and material

handling tasks

  • Read and interpret grade stakes and basic site plans
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and preventive

maintenance

  • CDL preferred

Qualifications

  • Light Equipment Operators: prior experience operating

mini excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or similar

equipment required

  • Heavy Equipment Operators: proven experience on large

excavators, dozers, graders, or scrapers required;

CDL preferred

  • Familiarity with general construction site operations

and safety procedures

  • Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and

pre-shift inspections

  • Safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to work
  • Must work in a drug-free environment

WHY WORK WITH US

At Brasfield & Gorrie, our purpose is building exceptional

people, trusting relationships, great projects, and strong

communities. Safety, performance, integrity, respect,

innovation, and teamwork define our approach. We are

committed to honoring our word and living by the Golden Rule.

This posting covers light and heavy equipment operator roles.

The specific position offered will be based on your

experience, certifications, and current project needs at

the time of hire.

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vets/Disabilities

Qualifications

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

3 years Industrial Construction Equipment Operator experience preferred.

EOE/Vets/Disabilities

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