Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator – Underground Utilities
Location: Colorado Springs
Employment Type: Full-Time | Year-Round
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing team specializing in underground utility installation for commercial construction projects. This is a full-time, year-round position offering immediate benefits and long-term career growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Operate heavy machinery including excavators, loaders, and skid steers to support underground utility installation (water, sewer, storm drain)
Perform trench excavation, backfilling, compaction, and fine grading to precise specifications
Interpret construction drawings, site plans, and grade stakes
Utilize laser levels and other grading tools to ensure accuracy
Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
Assist with general labor tasks as needed to support the crew and project timelines
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment in underground utility construction
Proficiency with excavators, loaders, and skid steers
Strong understanding of trench safety, grading techniques, and utility installation standards
Ability to read and interpret construction documents and use precision grading tools
Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic
Preferred Qualifications
Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
OSHA 10 or 30 certification
Experience working on fast-paced commercial job sites
Interest in advancing into supervisory or leadership roles
What We Offer
Consistent, Year-Round Work
Immediate Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and more starting on your first day
Career Development: Opportunities for advancement as we continue to grow
Supportive Culture: A team-oriented environment built on integrity, respect, and hard work
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Colorado Springs,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.