**Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator** **Job Description:** Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy machinery used in construction, earthmoving, roadwork, and site development projects. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team to meet project timelines and quality standards. **Responsibilities:** + Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, graders, rollers, and dump trucks + Perform excavation, grading, trenching, lifting, and site preparation activities according to project plans + Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and site layouts + Perform basic maintenance tasks such as lubrication, fueling, and cleaning equipment + Assist with general labor tasks as needed on job sites **Skills** Heavy equipment, Construction, Excavator, Dozer, Backhoe, Forklift, Skid steer **Top Skills Details** Heavy equipment, Construction **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction or related industries (experience level may vary) + Knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations, and safe operating procedures + Ability to read plans, grades, and project specifications + Strong attention to detail and safety awareness + Inspect equipment before and after use to ensure safe operation and report maintenance or repair needs **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downey, CA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Downey,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.