Heavy equipment operators Jobs in Paterson, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator experienced in civil construction, underground utility installation, and site work for a ground-up residential development project. The operator will safely and efficiently run heavy machinery to support excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling for a 42-unit building and 14 townhomes, working alongside pipe crews and site development teams.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, backhoes, rollers, and related equipment.
• Execute underground pipe installation for water, sewer, and storm utilities.
• Perform mass grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation for ground-up construction.
• Read site plans, spot grades, and utilize lasers / grade control effectively.
• Maintain strong awareness of jobsite safety and equipment operation standards.
• Collaborate closely with pipe crews, foremen, and laborers to maintain production.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform minor maintenance.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a long-term, high-profile residential development project offering stable hours and a consistent workload. Benefit from competitive pay with potential for overtime, and grow your career with opportunities to advance into lead roles. Experience a supportive company culture with a strong emphasis on safety.

Work Environment

Work at an active outdoor residential construction site, coordinating daily with pipe crews, site crews, and general contractor staff. Operate in a fast-paced environment with constant equipment movement, ensuring safe operation in areas with limited space and other trades present. Be prepared for exposure to varying weather conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waldwick, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waldwick,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.