Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

We are seeking skilled equipment operators to perform dozer work on various construction projects in Suffolk. The role involves site preparation, grading land to maintain level surfaces, constructing roadways, installing stormwater lines, implementing erosion control systems, and laying pipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction sites using dozers and other heavy equipment.
• Grade land to ensure it remains level for construction purposes.
• Perform roadway construction tasks at the site.
• Install stormwater lines and erosion control systems.
• Lay pipes as part of site preparation and construction.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a company that is deeply committed to the training and development of its employees. As a growing organization, we offer a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and gain valuable experience. We provide all necessary safety equipment, ensuring a secure and supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Work 40-50 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts. Join small crews on-site, where you will perform labor tasks. The work requires adherence to safety protocols, including wearing PPE gear such as hard hats, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and reflective clothing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cape Charles, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00 / 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 Cape Charles,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.

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.