HEO Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: HEO Technician

Job Description

As an HEO Technician, you will perform fine grading for residential and commercial site development projects, operate various heavy equipment, and support grading operations on large residential and commercial job sites. Your role involves a balanced mix of equipment operation and manual labor tasks, ensuring precise curb and gutter grading and collaborating with crews to meet project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform fine grading for residential and commercial site development projects.
• Operate equipment such as Kubota skid steers, Bobcats, CAT 259 mini excavators, and PC88 excavators.
• Support grading operations on large residential subdivision developments and commercial job sites.
• Assist with underground piping installation and site preparation.
• Maintain a 50/50 split between equipment operation and manual labor tasks.
• Execute curb and gutter grading with precision.
• Collaborate with crews to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to specifications.
• Work on undeveloped land with no existing structures or active home construction.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Proficiency in operating skid steers, excavators, and related machinery.
• Expertise in fine grading, including curb and gutter work.
• Ability to balance equipment operation with hands-on labor and site support.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction, grading, and heavy equipment operating.
• Successful completion of a seat test on an active site.
• Participation in an 8-week training academy starting every Monday.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and their families. Enjoy paid time off, including vacation and holidays, with increased time based on tenure. Our 401(k) retirement plan supports your long-term financial security. Benefit from paid medical leave to support recovery from illness or surgery. We focus on work-life balance to help you recharge and maintain overall well-being. Take advantage of ongoing training and development programs with opportunities for career advancement. Our company emphasizes financial stability and personal growth for employees.

Work Environment

Operators should expect to work 55-60 hours a week during the warmer months, with work potentially slowing down to 35-40 hours during the winter months.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greer, SC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Greer,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.