Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Excavator Operator

Job Description

This role operates excavators to safely and efficiently load a high volume of trucks with dirt at a busy site in Curtis Bay, Maryland. You will use excavators and other heavy equipment to support daily operations and help maintain a productive, safety-focused work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to load approximately 150–200 trucks per day with dirt in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, front-end loaders, and dozers to support daily site operations as needed.
• Perform pre-operation inspections of equipment to ensure safe and proper functioning.
• Follow all site safety procedures and best practices while operating heavy equipment.
• Coordinate with truck drivers and site personnel to maintain a steady and organized flow of loading activity.
• Monitor material quality and loading accuracy to meet site and project requirements.
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational delays to site leadership promptly.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area around loading and operating zones.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience operating excavators, specifically in loading trucks.
• Proven heavy equipment operation experience, including excavators, loaders, front-end loaders, and dozers.
• Ability to safely and consistently load a high volume of trucks each day.
• Strong awareness of safety practices and procedures in a heavy equipment environment.
• Capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, production-oriented setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any additional heavy equipment experience beyond excavators, such as loaders, front-end loaders, or dozers, is a plus.
• Experience working in industrial, construction, or environmental plant settings is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate clearly with drivers and team members to coordinate loading activities.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that offers steady work with the potential for ongoing opportunities beyond the initial 6‑month contract. The organization operates multiple plants in the area, creating room for internal mobility and growth. Promotion from within is a core part of the culture, giving motivated operators a clear path to advance their careers while working with an experienced and supportive team.

Work Environment

This position is based at a plant facility in Curtis Bay, Maryland, where you will primarily work outdoors or in an industrial yard environment. You will operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, front-end loaders, and dozers to support daily operations. The standard schedule runs from 6:45 AM to 3:30 PM. The role involves working around trucks, dirt, and other site materials, requiring consistent attention to safety and situational awareness in a busy, production-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Glen Burnie, MD 21060.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glen Burnie,MD 21060.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 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.

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.

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.