Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description: We are looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. You will operate heavy machinery on commercial construction sites to install underground utilities. Your main tasks include digging trenches, laying pipes, backfilling trenches, and cutting and grading the ground. You will also help with other tasks as needed, such as digging with shovels and laying pipes manually. Responsibilities: - Operate machines like excavators, loaders, and skid steers. - Dig trenches, lay pipes, backfill trenches, and cut and grade the ground. - Help with all construction tasks as needed. - Cut grades accurately to within 0.10'. - Read and interpret blueprints and specifications. - Use levels and lasers to measure grades. - Excavate trenches up to 25' deep for underground utilities. - Work safely around utilities and other workers. Essential Skills: - 5 years of experience with excavators in mainline utilities, dirt work, and grading. - Experience with loaders and articulated tractors. - Ability to operate excavators, loaders, and skid steers. - Ability to read blueprints and specifications. - Skill in using levels and lasers to measure grades. Additional Skills & Qualifications: - Class A or B license is a plus. - Reliable, dependable, and punctual. - Willing to learn and work as part of a team. - Willingness to get out of the equipment and do hands-on work. Why Work Here? Join a growing company that offers long-term, year-round work. With plans to open a new office in Florida, there will be leadership opportunities in Colorado Springs. We offer full benefits from day one and a family-oriented work environment. Work Environment: You will work on commercial construction sites mainly from Castle Rock to Pueblo, with potential projects in Rocky Ford, Golden, and Buckley Airforce Base. Our usual schedule is 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, but currently, we work 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Saturday, aiming for 45-50 hours a week to catch up on weather delays. Our work focuses on civil construction and excavation. Job Type & Location: This is a permanent position based out of Calhan, Colorado. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Monument,CO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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.