Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator** **Job Description** Join our team as a Heavy Equipment Operator, primarily working on commercial construction sites for the installation of underground utilities for new build construction. You will be responsible for operating heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, and skid steers to dig trenches, lay pipe, backfill trenches, and perform grading. This role involves hands-on work, including tasks like digging with shovels and laying pipe. **Responsibilities** + Operate heavy equipment efficiently on commercial construction sites. + Dig trenches, lay pipe, and backfill trenches for underground utilities. + Cut and grade surfaces with precision to +/- 0.10'. + Interpret specifications and drawings, including blueprints. + Utilize levels and lasers to shoot grades accurately. + Collaborate with team members and perform hands-on tasks as needed. **Essential Skills** + Minimum of 5 years' experience operating track hoes for mainline utilities and grading. + Proficiency in operating excavators, loaders, and skid steers. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and grade stakes. + Experience with earthworks and underground utility installation. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Class A or B license is a plus. + Reliable, dependable, and punctual. + Teachable attitude and team player. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy long-term, year-round work with a growing company that offers full benefits from day one. As a family-oriented business, we provide a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement, including leadership roles as we expand into new locations. **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 Calhan,CO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.