Job Information
Aerotek Heavy Equipment Operator in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team, focusing on the installation of underground utilities for new build construction. You will operate heavy equipment, engaging in tasks such as digging trenches, laying pipe, backfilling trenches, and grading. Additional responsibilities include manual labor, such as digging with shovels and laying pipe, as required. The role primarily operates in areas from Castle Rock to Pueblo, with potential projects in Rocky Ford and possibly Buckley Airforce Base.
Hard Skills
Experience with heavy equipment operation (excavators, loaders, skids)
Ability to grade within +/- 0.10'
Proficiency in cutting grade, reading stakes
Skill in using level and laser equipment for grade shooting
Capability to read and interpret blueprints
Soft Skills
Teachable attitude and a strong team player
Reliable, dependable, and punctual
Willingness to engage in various aspects of the job to ensure project completion
Job Type
This is a direct hire position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in El Paso County, Colorado.
Work Environment
Closed commercial construction sites.
About Aerotek:
We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.
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.