Aerotek is hiring for a Heavy Equipment Operator with WEEKLY pay!

M-F DAY shift

45-50 hours a week

Job Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating and maintaining a variety of heavy machinery used in specialty contracting projects such as site development, excavation, grading, demolition, and utility installation. This role ensures projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to company and client specifications. This role operates heavy equipment to support power line construction through a wetlands environment

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, graders, backhoes, and compactors

• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, and site preparation tasks

• Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, grades, and staking instructions

• Load and unload materials, including dirt, rock, debris, and construction supplies

• Conduct routine equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance (fueling, greasing, cleaning, etc.)

• Identify and report mechanical issues or safety concerns immediately

• Work closely with supervisors, laborers, and other crew members to meet project timelines

• Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety policies at all times

• Assist with manual labor tasks when equipment operation is not required

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• GPS grading system experience

• Experience with utility work (water, sewer, gas lines)

• OSHA certifications (10-hour or 30-hour)

• Experience in specialty contracting areas such as pipeline, energy, environmental, or infrastructure projects

Work Environment

This is a fully outdoor role in a wetlands environment where crews support the drilling and construction of approximately 5 miles of power lines. You will work Monday through Friday from about 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with a half-hour lunch, and typically finish between late morning and early afternoon on Fridays. Work continues in most weather conditions, including rain, and involves standing and walking on uneven, muddy, and wooded terrain throughout the day. The environment includes active construction sites with skid steers, drilling equipment, and other heavy machinery, requiring strict adherence to safety practices and use of appropriate field attire and protective gear.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterford, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waterford,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.