Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator Site Work / Civil Construction

Job Description

This role focuses on operating heavy equipment on large site work and civil construction projects across the southern Massachusetts and South Shore area, with a strong preference for experience in water and sewer work. You will review plans, lead your own crew of operators and laborers, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, forklifts, and other site development machinery on civil construction projects.
• Review construction plans and blueprints to understand project scope, site conditions, and required tasks.
• Lead and coordinate a crew of operators and laborers to successfully complete assigned projects on schedule.
• Perform site work and development activities, including excavation, grading, trenching, and backfilling.
• Support water and sewer utility construction tasks, ensuring proper installation, alignment, and depth where applicable.
• Carry out surface grinding and related tasks as needed to meet project specifications.
• Monitor work progress, identify issues or obstacles, and adjust work methods or crew assignments to maintain productivity and quality.
• Follow all OSHA, safety, and company procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Inspect equipment before and after use, report defects or maintenance needs, and help ensure equipment remains in safe working condition.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, and other on-site personnel to coordinate daily activities and resolve problems.
• Document work performed as required, including basic reporting related to project progress or site conditions.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience working in the site development field.
• Proven experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, forklifts, and other civil construction machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.
• Experience in civil construction and site work, including excavation, grading, and trenching.
• Preferred experience in water and sewer utility construction.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Strong understanding of job site safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a crew of operators and laborers to complete projects successfully.
• Solid mechanical aptitude to perform basic equipment inspections and identify issues.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with surface grinding and related site preparation tasks.
• in utility construction environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work on large-scale projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Capability to adapt to changing site conditions and project requirements.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly growing company that is expanding to take on larger and more complex projects, providing strong opportunities for long-term stability and career growth. The organization values skilled trades professionals and invests in building teams that can scale with the business. You can expect to work on significant, impactful projects in the region, with the chance to develop your expertise and advance as the company continues to grow.

Work Environment

The role is based in utility construction and site development environments, primarily on large projects in the southern Massachusetts and South Shore area. You will work outdoors on active construction sites, operating heavy equipment and coordinating with crews in varying weather and ground conditions. The work involves physical activity, including climbing into and out of equipment and working around open excavations and utilities. Standard construction site safety practices apply, and appropriate personal protective equipment is required at all times.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, MA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $48.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,MA.

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.