Digger Derrick Driver / Operator

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?

Team Fishel , the Best Choice in Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring a Digger Derrick Driver / Operator for our Chesapeake, 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