Construction Technician

Aerotek; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Parker, CO is seeking a Construction Technician to support the installation, removal, repair, and upgrade of fuel storage tanks and fueling systems across Colorado. This field-based role emphasizes safe, compliant operations at petroleum-impacted sites.

You will perform hands-on construction tasks, operate excavators and support equipment, and follow project plans, company procedures, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators, loaders, compactors, skid-steers, or similar construction equipment.
• At least two years of heavy-equipment operating experience.
• Knowledge of excavation, trenching, backfilling, compaction, and utility-safety practices.
• Experience working at petroleum-contaminated or environmental-remediation sites.
• Experience installing large excavation shoring systems.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• CDL and HAZWOPER certification are beneficial for broader field operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, removal, repair, and replacement of underground and above-ground fuel storage tanks.
• Install fuel piping, vent piping, containment sumps, spill-containment equipment, and related fuel-system components.
• Perform trenching, excavation, backfilling, grading, compaction, and site-restoration activities.
• Work safely around utilities, following established safety practices.
• Assist with installation and removal of excavation shoring systems.
• Operate excavation equipment when qualified.
• Complete field documentation and daily project records accurately and on time.
• Follow project plans and regulatory standards.
• Support waste-management, environmental remediation, and other field operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Excavation & trenching

Safety awareness

Environmental remediation

Valid driver’s license

Field documentation

Job description

Job Title: Construction Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting the installation, removal, repair, and upgrade of fuel storage tanks and fueling systems across Colorado. You will work in a field-based construction environment, performing hands‑on tasks that are critical to safe and compliant fuel‑system operations, often at petroleum‑impacted and environmentally contaminated sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, removal, repair, and replacement of underground and above‑ground fuel storage tanks.

• Install fuel piping, vent piping, containment sumps, spill‑containment equipment, and related fuel‑system components.

• Perform trenching, excavation, backfilling, grading, compaction, and site‑restoration activities.

• Work safely around underground and overhead utilities, following established utility‑safety practices.

• Assist with the installation and removal of excavation shoring systems, including large excavation shoring systems.

• Perform work at petroleum‑impacted and environmentally contaminated sites in accordance with applicable standards.

• Operate excavators, loaders, compactors, skid‑steers, and other construction equipment when qualified and assigned.

• Complete daily equipment inspections and identify maintenance or mechanical issues that could affect safety or production.

• Follow project plans, manufacturer requirements, company procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.

• Assist with material handling, equipment setup, site organization, and general construction activities.

• Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

• Complete required field documentation, equipment inspections, and daily project records accurately and on time.

• Follow instructions provided by the Field Supervisor or Project Manager to ensure project goals are met.

• Support waste‑management, environmental remediation, industrial‑cleaning, and other field operations as needed.

• Perform other field and construction duties necessary to support successful and timely project completion.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating excavators, loaders, compactors, skid‑steers, or similar construction equipment.

• At least two years of heavy‑equipment operating experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of excavation, trenching, backfilling, compaction, and utility‑safety practices.

• Experience working at petroleum‑contaminated or environmental‑remediation sites.

• Experience installing large excavation shoring systems.

• Knowledge of heavy‑equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.

• Valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general labor within construction environments.

• Ability to install and work with fuel systems and associated components.

• Familiarity with shoring systems and safe work practices in trenches and excavations.

• Class A CDL and HAZWOPER certification are beneficial for supporting a broader range of field operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long‑standing environmental and fuel‑system contractor with deep expertise and a strong track record dating back to 1983. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans with company contributions, and provides exposure to diverse field operations and project types. You will gain valuable experience in environmental remediation and fuel‑system construction while working in a culture that emphasizes safety, professionalism, and opportunities to broaden your skills.

Work Environment

This is a field‑based construction role performed throughout Colorado. You will work outdoors in changing weather and site conditions and regularly engage in physically demanding activities such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing for extended periods. The position requires lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds and working around heavy equipment, active excavations, fuel systems, utilities, and construction traffic. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday day shifts of approximately 8 hours, with overtime and schedule adjustments as project needs require. Appropriate field attire and personal protective equipment are required to safely perform duties in this dynamic construction environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parker, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parker, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Parker,CO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.