Trackhoe Operator

Rogers • Cookeville, TN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.
We have 86 quarries and 56 asphalt plants across Tennessee, Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Arkansas, Texas, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio.
Rogers Group is currently seeking candidates for a TRACKHOE OPERATOR position with our Eastern Middle TN Construction team, located in Cookeville, TN. This role will work with our grading and site-prep crew doing utility work and larger scale earth-moving projects.
The successful candidate for this position will be an experienced trackhoe operator, and they must have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience operating a large size track hoe, such as a Komatsu 490 or similar, is required.
• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties independently, without constant supervision.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.
• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating other pieces of heavy construction equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a trackhoe and other heavy equipment – such as a dozer, haul truck, roller, or skid steer to complete utility and grading work.
• Ability to operate equipment with a high degree of competency, skill and proficiency and in challenging and unique terrain environments.
• Perform servicing and maintenance of equipment as trained and directed by management.
• Perform daily pre-and post- inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Effective communication skills applicable to position.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA / Environmental regulations for safe working procedures and environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed