Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator / Equipment Trainee

Full-Time | Overtime Available

Looking to start or grow a career operating heavy equipment? We're hiring dependable individuals with experience in farming, construction, landscaping, general labor, or equipment operation who are eager to learn and work in a safety-focused environment.

Whether you've operated dozers and excavators professionally or spent time running tractors and farm equipment, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Operate and/or learn to operate dozers, excavators, loaders, compactors, skid steers, and other heavy equipment.

• Perform grading, excavation, earthmoving, and site development work.

• Read grade stakes and follow site plans.

• Complete daily equipment inspections.

• Follow all safety and environmental procedures.

• Assist with site maintenance and general labor tasks as needed.

• Work with supervisors and crew members to meet project goals.

What We're Looking For

✅ Experience operating tractors, farm equipment, construction equipment, skid steers, loaders, or similar machinery.

✅ Construction, farming, landscaping, general labor, or outdoor work experience.

✅ Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

✅ Valid driver's license.

✅ Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

✅ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime when needed.

Great Fit For Candidates With Experience In

• Farming or farm hand work.

• Equipment operation.

• Construction labor.

• Landscaping.

• Excavation.

• Heavy civil construction.

• Waste management or landfill operations.

Why Join Us?

• Entry-level candidates welcome.

• On-the-job training available.

• Stable, long-term career opportunity.

• Consistent overtime available.

• Strong benefits package.

• Safety-first culture with opportunities for advancement.

Schedule & Environment

• Monday-Friday, starting around 6:00-6:30 AM.

• Regular overtime available.

• Occasional Saturday work.

• Outdoor position working on active construction and landfill projects.

Apply today if you're dependable, enjoy working outdoors, and want to build a career operating heavy equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Morrisonville, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Morrisonville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.