Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Aerotek is hiring for a geo-technical contractor specializing in the design and installation of specialty foundation elements and ground improvement techniques. Our projects are generally commercial, civil, and industrial. We take pride in our earth retention molds and sculpting that hold back slopes. As an Equipment Operator, you will use front end loaders, dozers, backhoes to dig, trench, move materials onsite, move lumber, pile rock, and compact. You will also use a Tie back drill, concrete pump, or micropile.

Hard Skills

• 2+ years of experience on heavy equipment
• Proficiency with front end loaders, skid steers, drills, water trucks, and mini dozers (D3)
• Experience unloading beams, cutting beams, unloading trucks, and performing physical work
• Ability to operate forklifts, skid steers, backhoes, mini excavators, and drills

Soft Skills

• Flexibility to perform labor-intensive tasks
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to safety and following safety protocols

This is a great opportunity to make a difference in large, notable projects. We offer a stable career path with no layoffs and provide employees with the chance to work in various locations and on diverse projects. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield, 401k, vision, and dental coverage.

Work Environment

Our work environment involves working on commercial, civil, and industrial projects. Employees start their days with a safety orientation and receive task assignments from their supervisor. The role requires working 5-6 days per week, 10 hours per day, with an average of 50 hours per week. Most jobs require travel across the Rocky Mountain region, Kansas, North Dakota to Texas, and as far as Louisiana. Employees receive mileage reimbursement at the government rate and a per diem of $40 per day for travel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.