Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator (PER DIEM) Job Description We are seeking skilled Bulldozer and Excavator Operators to join our team in performing mass grading on a new solar farm. The successful candidates will be responsible for land clearing, pad construction, and basin excavation. Experience with pipe or underground utilities is considered a plus. Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, and articulated dump trucks. Perform mass grading and land clearing tasks. Build pads and excavate basins for solar farm construction. Collaborate with site laborers to ensure efficient workflow. Adhere to safety protocols and wear required PPE at all times. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years' experience in operating excavators or bulldozers. Proficiency in using articulated dump trucks. Fine grading ability for dozer and excavator operations. Safety awareness and knowledge of OSHA standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications 3rd party certifications for bulldozer/excavator or articulated haul truck. Experience in solar farm construction is a plus. Ability to work significant overtime, including weekends. Reliability and punctuality are crucial. Why Work Here? Join one of the leading solar construction companies with promising growth opportunities in the largest growth industry over the next decade. Be part of projects totaling 1GW in Virginia over the next year. Work Environment The role involves working on multiple civil closeout sites in a new construction environment. Expect exposure to hot and humid summer conditions while working 50-hour weeks. The schedule is 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily with an hour break for lunch and short breaks in the morning and afternoon. Appropriate work attire and PPE, including hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, reflective vest, and gloves, are mandatory. Safety is paramount, with strict adherence required to avoid termination. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Farnham, Virginia. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 Farnham,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025. 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.