Laborer/ Operator

Aerotek; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring Construction Laborers and Equipment Operators for Rocky Mountain region projects in Denver, CO. The roles involve hands-on outdoor work across commercial, industrial, and civil sites with travel about half the time.

Laborers perform site cleanup, trench digging, material handling, and aiding with rebar and formwork. Operators manage equipment, inspections, and rigging as needed while maintaining safety and teamwork on long-term projects.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in construction, landscaping, agriculture, concrete, dirt work, welding, or related field.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry 75+ lbs regularly.
• Willingness to travel extensively for projects.
• Strong safety mindset and work ethic.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility with scheduling.
• Ability to work 5-6 days per week, including occasional night work.

Responsibilities

• Perform general site cleanup and material handling.
• Dig trenches and support excavation activities.
• Move hoses, drill pipe, and construction materials throughout the jobsite.
• Spot equipment operators and support safe operations.
• Compact soil and assist with ground preparation.
• Perform shoveling, grading, and other physical labor.
• Assist with rebar installation and wood lagging installation.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Operate and maintain construction equipment.
• Perform equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Assist with rigging, hoisting, spotting, and material movement.
• Support soil leveling and site preparation activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and report repairs.
• Operate pumps, generators, compressors, mixers, and other power equipment.

Skills

Construction experience

Travel willingness

Physical fitness

Safety mindset

Team player

Heavy equipment experience

Job description

$20-$27/Hour | Weekly Overtime | Travel Opportunities | Long-Term Career Growth

Are you looking for a hands-on construction career with steady work, paid travel, and opportunities to grow into equipment operation and specialty drilling? We're seeking hard-working Construction Laborers and Equipment Operators to support large commercial, industrial, and civil construction projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with construction, agriculture, concrete, landscaping, dirt work, or other outdoor labor experience who enjoy physical work, traveling, and being part of a team that builds critical infrastructure projects.

Construction Laborer / Equipment Operator

Pay

• Laborers: $20-$24/hour


• Operators: $24-$27/hour


• Overtime opportunities available


• Average work week of 50+ hours

Travel Benefits

• Travel required approximately 50% of the time


• $40 per day per diem while traveling


• Mileage reimbursed at the federal rate


• Flights provided when necessary


• Employees working extended projects receive trips home for long weekends

What You’ll Do

Laborers

• Perform general site cleanup and material handling


• Dig trenches and support excavation activities


• Move hoses, drill pipe, and construction materials throughout the jobsite


• Spot equipment operators and support safe operations


• Compact soil and assist with ground preparation


• Perform shoveling, grading, and other physical labor


• Assist with rebar installation and wood lagging installation


• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas

Equipment Operators

• Operate and maintain construction equipment


• Perform equipment inspections and basic maintenance


• Assist with rigging, hoisting, spotting, and material movement


• Support soil leveling and site preparation activities


• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and report repairs


• Operate pumps, generators, compressors, mixers, and other power equipment


• Experienced operators may have opportunities to work with specialized drilling equipment

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in construction, landscaping, agriculture, concrete, dirt work, welding, or a related field


• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions


• Ability to lift and carry 75+ lbs. regularly


• Willingness to travel extensively for projects


• Strong safety mindset and work ethic


• Reliable attendance and flexibility with scheduling


• Ability to work 5-6 days per week, including occasional night work


• Experience with forklifts, skid steers, or heavy equipment is a plus

Schedule

• Typically 5-6 days per week


• Approximately 10-hour shifts


• Average 50+ hours per week


• Approximately 10% night work

Why Join Us?

• Stable, year-round work


• Opportunity to work on major commercial, civil, and industrial construction projects


• Career advancement into equipment operation and specialty drilling


• Consistent overtime opportunities


• Travel to projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region, Great Plains, and Gulf Coast


• Strong benefits package including:


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail].

Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals.

Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities.

Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.