Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

We are looking to hire heavy equipment operators to work on sitework construction projects. The ideal candidate can operate the excavator and dozer and has experience using GPS equipment attached to the machinery to help track progress and location. This role will require candidates to get out of the equipment and assist with labor work on site.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery to move, dig, load, and unload materials at construction sites.

• Perform excavation tasks such as digging trenches, backfilling, breaking concrete or rock, and leveling the ground.

• Pour concrete, clear sites, and build foundations.

• Operate a bulldozer, controlling the tractor and operating the shovel or blade on the front of the vehicle.

• Move materials including pushing dirt, rocks, and debris, and leveling the ground.

• Consider work surface conditions such as weather, material softness, or compaction.

• Perform routine inspections, repairs, and adjustments to equipment.

• Ensure the work site is safe by conducting pre-operational checks and adhering to strict safety protocols.

• Consult with other operators and foremen to ensure efficient project completion.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating excavators and dozers for more than 2 years.

• Proficiency with GPS systems to track equipment location and grading operations.

• Willingness to assist with labor work on site.

• Ability to travel within the Northeast.

• Willingness to work overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the sitework industry.

• OSHA 10 certification.

• Experience with heavy equipment operation, pipe laying, site safety, GPS, and blueprint reading.

Why Work Here?

In an industry where company culture is rarely a priority, we strive to shift the perception by emphasizing people and relationships. We ensure the best working conditions for employees, provide the right tools for success, and create a positive and empowering work environment. By integrating technology, we enhance operations, efficiency, and accuracy to streamline project execution. Our core values include building strong relationships, operating with integrity, striving to learn, and embracing technology. We offer medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401k plans, prevailing wage pay rates, and all work is local to the Rochester area within a 45-minute radius.

Work Environment

Work will be conducted at commercial and municipal job sites, including schools, colleges, and retail stores. The work hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. This is a long-term opportunity for sustained work and stability, even through the winter months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockport, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/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 Brockport,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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.