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Backfill Operator

Garney Construction
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
GARNEY CONSTRUCTION

A Backfill Operator job in Richmond VA, is available through Garney Construction. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As an operator, you will operate machinery to perform activities such as excavating, backfilling, trenching, ditching, clearing, looming, fine grading, and final clean up. The Operator may perform functions of a laborer as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
  • Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid.
  • Do the backfill in a safe manner as part of a crew.
  • Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
  • Move the trench boxes from the ditch.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
  • Five or more years in construction/ Operating experience.
  • Utility work experience preferred.
  • Firm Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and travel.
LET'S TALK THE PERKS!
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Health, dental, and life insurance
  • Bonus program
  • Holidays and PTO
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term disability

CONTACT US

If you are interested in this Backfill Operator position in Richmond VA,then please APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Garney Construction go to careers.garney.com.If you have questions about the position or would like more information, please contactAnthony Martinez- at 407-395-7674 or by anthony.martinez@garney.com.

Garney Construction and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Agency Disclaimer:All vendors must have a signed Garney Construction Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney Construction or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney Construction. In such cases, Garney Construction will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.


Garney Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.


 

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