Technician

Job Title: Technician

Job Description

The Technician operates heavy equipment on commercial remediation and drilling projects, focusing on the safe movement of soil and other materials. This role requires strong proficiency with excavators and dozers, including multiple control systems, and the ability to support the crew with ground work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and dozers to move soil and other materials safely and efficiently on commercial remediation and drilling projects.

• Use both CAT and DEERE control systems on excavators with confidence and accuracy.

• Assist the crew on the ground with tasks related to site preparation, remediation activities, and drilling operations.

• Load and unload heavy equipment onto trailers in a safe and controlled manner.

• Follow all safety procedures and environmental guidelines while working on remediation sites.

• Work collaboratively with a crew of 25 people, respecting each persons specialized role on the project.

• Adapt to changing site conditions, including working in harsh weather such as extreme heat or cold.

• Maintain equipment in good working order by reporting issues and supporting basic upkeep as directed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency operating excavators and dozers in a construction or heavy equipment environment.

• Ability to operate excavators using both CAT and DEERE control systems.

• Experience working with heavy equipment on commercial remediation or drilling projects.

• Skill in loading and unloading heavy equipment on trailers.

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with a current 8-hour refresher.

• Understanding of safety practices related to heavy equipment operation and remediation work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating skid steers, backhoes, and other heavy equipment.

• CDL Class A license is a strong plus.

• Experience in construction or heavy equipment operation (HEO).

• Ability to work effectively as part of a small, specialized crew.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a clear path from contract to permanent employment based on performance, providing long-term stability for dedicated team members. You join a skilled crew working on meaningful commercial remediation and drilling projects, with the chance to deepen your expertise in heavy equipment operation and environmental work. The organization values safety, teamwork, and professional growth, creating an environment where reliable, hardworking individuals can build a rewarding career.

Work Environment

The Technician works on commercial remediation and drilling sites as part of a crew of approximately 25 people, each with specialized responsibilities. The role is primarily field-based and involves daily operation of heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, skid steers, and backhoes. Work takes place outdoors in varying and sometimes harsh weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire position, with the potential for a permanent role based on performance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $28.00/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 Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.