Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Entry-Level and Experienced)

Pay 20-35/hr

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial new construction projects, including land clearing, foundation excavation, utility trenching, finish grading, and backfilling. You will operate a wide range of heavy equipment and also perform general construction tasks outside of the equipment as needed. Both entry-level and experienced operators receive training to become proficient on multiple types of machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment on commercial new construction sites, including land clearing, foundation excavation, utility digging, finish grading, and backfilling.

• Safely and efficiently use machinery such as skid loaders, front end loaders, haul/rock trucks, backhoes, excavators, and dozers, with a focus on CAT equipment.

• Assist with site preparation and general labor tasks outside of the equipment, such as material handling, site cleanup, and support for other crew members.

• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

• Conduct basic daily inspections of equipment and report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs.

• Work collaboratively with the site crew to complete projects on schedule and to quality standards.

• Adapt to changing site conditions and tasks as required by the project scope.

• Maintain professional conduct on job sites and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Essential Skills

• Ability to operate or learn to operate heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, skid steers, front end loaders, and haul/rock trucks.

• Willingness to perform construction and labor tasks outside of operating equipment.

• Understanding of basic construction site safety practices and willingness to follow safety procedures.

• Ability to work on commercial new construction sites performing tasks such as land clearing, foundation excavation, utility digging, finish grading, and backfilling.

• Capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites.

• Reliability and punctuality for travel to job sites within the specified radius.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating CAT heavy equipment is a plus.

• Prior experience on commercial construction or site work projects is beneficial but not required for entry-level candidates.

• Comfort working on multiple types of equipment and learning new machinery over time.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with other crew members.

• Attention to detail when operating equipment and performing grading or excavation work.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports long-term financial security and overall well-being, including 401(k) matching and a retirement plan after one year of employment, as well as health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 30 days of employment. Paid time off is available after one year, and company-provided shirts help create a unified and professional team environment. The organization invests in training across multiple pieces of equipment, offering opportunities to grow skills and advance in the field.

Work Environment

Work takes place on commercial new construction sites located within approximately one hour and thirty minutes of the central area, involving outdoor work in active construction environments. Projects include land clearing, excavation, utility installation, grading, and backfilling, using equipment such as skid loaders, front end loaders, haul/rock trucks, backhoes, excavators, and dozers, primarily CAT machines. Employees wear company-provided shirts as part of the attire and should be prepared for varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and a fast-paced, safety-focused job site.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Lititz,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.