Heavy Equipment Operator

Aerotek; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate bulldozers, excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders on our grade crew in a fully onsite Chester, VA setting. This contract-to-hire role offers hands-on work with growth potential.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, basic maintenance, and completing grading tasks per project specs. Requires 2+ years of heavy equipment experience and a valid driver’s license; GPS experience is a plus. Pay ranges from $24.00–$29.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment operation.
• 2-3+ years experience operating Excavators and Dozers.
• Experience in grading, rough and fine grading, and earthworks.
• Familiarity with GPS technology in construction.
• Drivers license and a working vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery such as dozers, excavators, and loaders to move earth, debris, and materials.
• Use equipment to dig, level, and grade land according to project specifications.
• Clear land, remove obstacles, and ensure proper groundwork for construction.
• Load, transport, and distribute materials like dirt, gravel, and rock.
• Perform daily inspections, minor repairs, and routine maintenance to keep machinery in top condition.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Excavators & Dozers

Grading & earthworks

GPS construction tech

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Individuals will be operating equipment on construction sites, requiring the operation of bulldozers, excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders for their grade crew. Comfort with working outside the cab is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery such as dozers, excavators, and loaders to move earth, debris, and materials.
• Use equipment to dig, level, and grade land according to project specifications.
• Clear land, remove obstacles, and ensure proper groundwork for construction.
• Load, transport, and distribute materials like dirt, gravel, and rock.
• Perform daily inspections, minor repairs, and routine maintenance to keep machinery in top condition.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment operation.
• 2-3+ years experience operating Excavators and Dozers.
• Experience in grading, rough and fine grading, and earthworks.
• Familiarity with GPS technology in construction.
• Drivers license and a working vehicle

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable occasionally working outside the cab.
• Experience in civil construction and site development.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with an impressive 80-year history that prides itself on high employee retention and a family-oriented culture. Embrace a safety-first mindset while enjoying comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Take advantage of a 10% 401K match and become fully vested after five years. Start accruing vacation time from your first day and benefit from seven paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/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 Chester,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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.

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.