Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

This role operates large heavy equipment on commercial construction sites and supports the field team with site work when not on the machines. The position requires an experienced operator who can safely and efficiently run large excavators, front end loaders, and dozers while contributing to overall site productivity.

Responsibilities

• Operate large heavy equipment such as excavators, front end loaders, and large dozers safely and efficiently on commercial job sites.
• Perform civil site work and earthworks activities, including grading, excavation, loading, and material handling.
• Support the field team with general site work and tasks when not operating equipment.
• Follow site plans, directions from supervisors, and project specifications to complete work accurately.
• Conduct basic pre-operation inspections and routine checks on equipment to ensure safe and proper functioning.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with site safety standards.
• Coordinate with other operators and field personnel to ensure smooth workflow and efficient use of equipment.
• Travel to job sites within approximately one hour of the home base as required.

Essential Skills

• Current MA 2A-1C hoisting license.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience operating large heavy equipment.
• Proficiency operating large excavators, front end loaders, and large dozers.
• Strong in heavy equipment operation on civil site work and earthworks projects.
• Ability to perform construction site work, including excavation, loading, and grading.
• Reliable transportation to travel to various job sites.
• Ability to travel up to approximately one hour to reach assigned job sites.
• Commitment to safe work practices on large commercial job sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating additional heavy equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
• Prior work on large commercial construction or civil site projects.
• Familiarity with operating heavy equipment in earthworks and site development environments.
• Ability to assist with general field and site tasks when not operating equipment.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with field teams and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, family-owned organization that values long-term careers and treats employees like part of the family. You will receive competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) with company match. The company offers clear opportunities for raises based on performance evaluations, providing room for growth and recognition of your skills and contributions.

Work Environment

You will work primarily on large commercial job sites focused on civil site work and earthworks. The role involves operating heavy equipment outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites. You can expect to work with large excavators, front end loaders, and dozers as part of a field team. Travel of up to approximately one hour to different job locations is required, and you will need reliable transportation to reach these sites. The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficient operation of large equipment in a busy construction setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 East Weymouth, MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in East Weymouth,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.