Heavy Equipment Operator**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in excavator, bulldozer, and motor grader operations. The ideal candidate will operate support equipment such as front end loaders, rubber tire backhoes, mini-excavators, skid steers, off-road trucks, rollers, and more. Proficiency in GPS equipment, including machine control and GPS rover, is essential.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate heavy equipment efficiently to meet or exceed bid production goals.
+ Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including greasing and maintaining oil/fluid levels and filters.
+ Ensure equipment cleanliness, including tracks, cabs, and windows.
+ Conduct thorough daily equipment inspections and document findings accurately.
+ Secure equipment properly each day, ensuring windows and doors are closed and locked.
+ Maximize equipment utilization and promptly report any equipment issues to project foreman or superintendent.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in operating bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, rollers, and motor graders.
+ Knowledge of GPS systems, including Topcon and Trimble GPS.
+ Minimum of 3+ years of construction experience or a combination of education and experience.
+ Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
+ Experience with tools and equipment commonly used in the construction trade.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Knowledge of principles, methods, and standards in the construction trade.
+ Experience in fine grading and GPS localization.
+ Ability to perform tasks in accordance with established standards and specifications.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a family-owned company with over 50 years of experience in industrial, concrete, sitework, and utility contracting. Benefit from a supportive team environment with a focus on safety and technology. Enjoy perks such as a 401(k) plan and health benefits that begin the first of the month after becoming permanent.
**Work Environment**
Work outdoors on civil development sites, facing various weather conditions. Safety is prioritized, and protective gear is required. Work hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, with occasional overtime on Saturdays.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, South Carolina.
For a faster reply, please text Megan at ...
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 North Charleston,SC.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in excavator, bulldozer, and motor grader operations. The ideal candidate will operate support equipment such as front end loaders, rubber tire backhoes, mini-excavators, skid steers, off-road trucks, rollers, and more. Proficiency in GPS equipment, including machine control and GPS rover, is essential.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate heavy equipment efficiently to meet or exceed bid production goals.
+ Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including greasing and maintaining oil/fluid levels and filters.
+ Ensure equipment cleanliness, including tracks, cabs, and windows.
+ Conduct thorough daily equipment inspections and document findings accurately.
+ Secure equipment properly each day, ensuring windows and doors are closed and locked.
+ Maximize equipment utilization and promptly report any equipment issues to project foreman or superintendent.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in operating bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, rollers, and motor graders.
+ Knowledge of GPS systems, including Topcon and Trimble GPS.
+ Minimum of 3+ years of construction experience or a combination of education and experience.
+ Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
+ Experience with tools and equipment commonly used in the construction trade.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Knowledge of principles, methods, and standards in the construction trade.
+ Experience in fine grading and GPS localization.
+ Ability to perform tasks in accordance with established standards and specifications.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a family-owned company with over 50 years of experience in industrial, concrete, sitework, and utility contracting. Benefit from a supportive team environment with a focus on safety and technology. Enjoy perks such as a 401(k) plan and health benefits that begin the first of the month after becoming permanent.
**Work Environment**
Work outdoors on civil development sites, facing various weather conditions. Safety is prioritized, and protective gear is required. Work hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, with occasional overtime on Saturdays.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, South Carolina.
For a faster reply, please text Megan at ...
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 North Charleston,SC.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.
Job ID: 485003771
Originally Posted on: 7/12/2025
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