Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
Operate construction equipment such as dozers, excavators, front loaders, and skid steers. The main task will involve rough grade work using a dozer. Experience with GPS is a plus. Responsibilities include grading, loading dirt into trucks, and loading/unloading from low boy trucks. This position does not require final grade expertise or proficiency with all types of equipment. The work will primarily focus on site and dirt work. Fine grading, with or without GPS, is an ideal skillset but not required.
Responsibilities
Operate dozers, excavators, skid steers, and front loaders on construction sites.
Perform rough grade work with a dozer.
Load dirt into trucks and trailers.
Load and unload equipment from low boy trucks.
Conduct site work and dirt work.
Essential Skills
1-3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
Experience working on construction sites.
Proficiency with operating dozers, excavators, skid steers, and front loaders.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with GPS technology is a plus.
Experience in backhoe and roller operation.
Dump truck driving experience.
Why Work Here?
This family-owned company values its people and offers significant growth potential in both pay and title. Employees benefit from healthcare and 401K plans. The work schedule is typically Monday through Friday, with an early out on Fridays.
Work Environment
You will be working on various construction sites throughout the southeast region. Expect a dynamic and hands-on work environment that requires appropriate safety gear and adherence to safety protocols.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Charleston, and the surrounding cities (Summerville, St. George, Ridgeville, etc)
For a faster reply, message Abraham with Aerotek at 843 471 0648
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Charleston,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.