1 to 2 years
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
74% STARs in role.
Job Title:
Heavy Equipment Operator / General Laborer
Pay:
$28.00 /hr
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Profit Sharing Program
- Year-End Bonus Opportunities
- Industry Training and Certification Opportunities
- Internal Promotion and Career Advancement Opportunities
- Long-Term Career Growth into Equipment Operation and Plant Leadership Roles
Job Description:
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Heavy Equipment Operator / General Laborer to support daily operations at a busy concrete and aggregate facility. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is comfortable performing physical labor, and is looking to build a long-term career in the construction materials industry.
The role combines general labor, material handling, equipment operation, concrete testing, and yard support responsibilities. Candidates should be eager to learn, follow direction, and contribute to a fast-paced environment focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
Job Duties:
- Perform general yard maintenance, including sweeping, cleaning, and organizing work areas.
- Direct truck traffic throughout the yard to support safe and efficient operations.
- Assist with inventory organization and material handling.
- Perform basic concrete testing in the field and plant environments.
- Support quality control efforts by collecting and recording test data.
- Operate, or train to operate, a front-end loader and other heavy equipment.
- Use hand and power tools to complete a variety of labor-related tasks.
- Perform digging, material handling, and concrete demolition using tools such as jackhammers.
- Assist with daily production and plant operations.
- Complete basic data entry and documentation tasks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Assist team members with additional duties as needed to support operational goals.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience working in construction, landscaping, excavation, concrete, aggregate, industrial, or similar outdoor environments.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as a front-end loader, skid steer, excavator, backhoe, or similar equipment preferred.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, digging, standing, and walking for extended periods.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
- Ability to follow directions and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed.
- Basic computer and data entry skills.
- Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday 6:00 AM start time
- Typical 10-12 hour shifts
- Occasional Saturday work during peak season
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk River, MN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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:
• 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 Elk River,MN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006157522