Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Join a leading sitework contractor specializing in asphalt, mass grading, concrete, and site utilities in the Charlotte area. We are seeking several skilled Heavy Equipment Operators for multiple job sites. Operators will be responsible for fine grading building pads using bulldozers and excavators, and performing various tasks on the construction site.

Responsibilities

Operate bulldozers and excavators to fine grade building pads. Assist with road and curb crew tasks, including basic shovel work. Perform labor work when necessary, including tasks outside of operating machinery. Help out with other tasks as required to ensure project completion.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction operating heavy equipment. Proficient operation of bulldozers or excavators. Ability to fine grade with or without GPS. Experience in sitework and grading.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of experience with a civil grading contractor is preferred. Desire to work in the construction industry and around earth-moving equipment. Willingness to learn and operate various heavy machinery such as rollers, articulated dump trucks, loaders, skid steers, and backhoes.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a dynamic team where your efforts in the labor field can lead to learning and advancement opportunities. Embrace a career in the construction industry with a company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

Work Environment

Work in an open-air construction environment where you will be exposed to the elements. Be prepared to work in both hot and cold conditions. Sites may vary from wide open spaces to road crews on vertical structures. Safety is a top priority in all working environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 / 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 Charlotte, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 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 meet 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.