Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

We are currently hiring long-term heavy equipment operators for projects in Greater Boston (Projects in Stow and then Cambridge). This role will revolve around excavation, loader and dozer use. We are looking for someone with site work or environmental experience for this position. The role will pay $35 - $45 an hour depending on skill level. This position will require an OSHA 40, we will be paying for that certificate for you if you don't already have it. We are interviewing today and tomorrow virtually and will line up an in person if that goes well.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery such as Excavators, Bulldozers, Loaders, Skid-Steers, and Backhoes.
• Perform general labor and environmental tasks as needed.
• Utilize GPS machine control where applicable.
• Read and interpret plans and construction drawings.
• Travel within New England as required by project locations.

Essential Skills

• 5-10 years of construction experience.
• OSHA 10 Hour certification.
• Ability to operate various heavy equipment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 40 Hour HAZWOPER training is preferred.
• Experience with GPS machine control is a plus.
• Ability to travel within New England is advantageous.

Why Work Here?

Join an expanding construction company with projects secured through 2027, offering ample opportunities for career growth and development. Enjoy a vibrant company culture with regular team outings and a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Engage in diverse projects including environmental remediation, demolition, excavation, dredging, utility work, and landfill cap and closures. Be prepared for varying weather conditions and working in different environments.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cambridge, MA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cambridge,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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.