Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team for a challenging and rewarding role. You will operate various types of heavy construction equipment, including motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, and front-end loaders. Your primary tasks will involve excavating, moving, and grading earth, erecting structures, and pouring concrete or other hard surface pavement. Additionally, you may be required to repair and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, rollers, and front-end loaders.
• Excavate, move, and grade earth; erect structures; and pour concrete or other hard surface pavement.
• Repair and maintain equipment as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Adhere to safety procedures and practices at all times.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years experience running, maneuvering, driving, and navigating heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in operating excavators, skidsteers, bobcats, and other heavy machinery.
• Ability to convey information effectively to team members.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma is strongly preferred.
• Accustomed to working outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Knowledgeable of safety procedures and practices.

Why Work Here?

Join our team to work on the largest tunnel project and enjoy the benefits of overtime and paid time off. Once you become permanent, you will also have federal holidays off, offering a great work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role involves working outdoors on a bridge tunnel project with exposure to various weather conditions. Shifts are scheduled on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday with 12-hour shifts from 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Norfolk,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.