Heavy Equipment Operator

Aerotek; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OSHA 10 certification

Hazwoper 40-hour certification

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for environmental remediation projects in Jacksonville, FL. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and other earthmoving equipment on civil and environmental sites, performing grading and site prep under safety-focused procedures.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years of excavator experience, GPS grading skills, and Hazwoper/OSHA certifications. This role requires outdoor work in hot conditions and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience operating excavators on civil or earthwork sites.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• OSHA 10 and Hazwoper 40-hour certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to support excavation and environmental remediation work.
• Operate bulldozers, dozers, loaders, backhoes, trackhoes, and loaders on civil projects.
• Perform grading and earthwork using GPS to meet specs.
• Support civil site prep for environmental and earthwork projects.
• Follow remediation procedures to ensure safe handling of soils.
• Maintain and inspect heavy equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Read and follow plans and site procedures.
• Maintain focus and situational awareness while operating equipment.
• Lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Work Monday to Friday on 10-hour shifts; be available on-call.
• Adhere to OSHA and Hazwoper safety standards.

Skills

Excavator operator

GPS grading

Environmental remediation

Safety minded

50 lb lifting

Florida driver's license

On-call availability

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) - Environmental Remediation

Job Description

This role involves operating heavy equipment on a commercial and environmental remediation project in Jacksonville, Florida. You will perform excavation, earthwork, grading, and related tasks using excavators, dozers, loaders, and other equipment on civil and environmental construction sites. The position requires strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work long days in hot outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators with a high level of proficiency to support excavation, trenching, and environmental remediation activities.
• Operate bulldozers, dozers, loaders, backhoes, trackhoes, and front-end loaders on commercial construction, civil, and earthworks projects.
• Perform fine grading and earthworks using GPS and grading equipment to meet project specifications and tolerances.
• Support civil site and civil construction activities, including excavation, trenching, and site preparation for environmental and earthwork projects.
• Follow environmental remediation procedures and field practices to ensure safe and compliant handling of soils and materials.
• Clean and maintain various heavy equipment components, including bulldozers, rollers, trackhoes, and other machinery, to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, work plans, and site-specific procedures.
• Maintain constant focus and situational awareness while operating heavy equipment to protect people, property, and the environment.
• Lift, pull, and push materials and equipment up to 50 pounds repeatedly as part of daily tasks.
• Work Monday through Friday on 10-hour shifts and be available for on-call work when needed to meet project demands.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including OSHA and Hazwoper standards, and participate in ongoing safety practices on site.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience operating an excavator on commercial construction, civil, or earthworks sites.
• Additional hands-on experience operating bulldozers, dozers, loaders, backhoes, trackhoes, and front-end loaders.
• Experience working on civil site, civil construction, and earthworks projects, including excavation, trenching, and fine grading.
• Proficiency with GPS-guided grading and earthwork operations.
• Experience in environmental remediation or environmental field work on construction or remediation sites.
• Ability to work safely and effectively on commercial and environmental construction job sites in hot outdoor conditions.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and consistently.
• Ability to remain 100 percent focused while performing job requirements, especially when operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Availability to work on call when needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification.
• 40-hour Hazwoper certification.
• Experience cleaning and maintaining heavy equipment components, such as bulldozers, rollers, and trackhoes.
• Prior experience on environmental construction or remediation projects in hot climates.
• Strong safety mindset and familiarity with construction and environmental safety practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a safety-focused team working on impactful environmental and civil projects, with access to structured benefits and the opportunity to earn consistent overtime through 10-hour workdays. The role offers the chance to deepen your heavy equipment and environmental remediation experience while working with modern equipment and established safety programs.

Work Environment

This position is based on a commercial and environmental construction job site in Florida, with work performed outdoors in hot conditions. You will work Monday through Friday on 10-hour shifts, with additional on-call requirements as needed. The environment involves active civil and environmental remediation operations, including excavation, trenching, grading, and heavy equipment use. You will regularly work around excavators, bulldozers, dozers, loaders, backhoes, trackhoes, rollers, and other heavy machinery, following established safety procedures and site rules while wearing appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment suitable for a construction and environmental field setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.