Aerotek is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer in Denver

Overview

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Aerotek is hiring for a geo-technical contractor specializing in the design and installation of specialty foundation elements and ground improvement techniques. Our projects are generally commercial, civil, and industrial. We work with earth retention molds and slope control. As an Equipment Operator, you will use front end loaders, dozers, and backhoes to dig, trench, move materials onsite, handle lumber, pile rock, and compact. You will also operate a tie back drill, concrete pump, or micropile.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including front end loaders, skid steers, drills, water trucks, mini dozers (D3), and other site equipment.
• Unload and cut beams, unload trucks, and perform physical labor as required.
• Assist with material handling, trenching, digging, and earthwork tasks on construction sites.

Qualifications

• Hard Skills: 2+ years of experience on heavy equipment; proficiency with front end loaders, skid steers, drills, water trucks, and mini dozers (D3).
• Experience unloading beams, cutting beams, unloading trucks, and performing physical work.
• Ability to operate forklifts, skid steers, backhoes, mini excavators, and drills.

Soft Skills

• Flexibility to perform labor-intensive tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and following safety protocols.

Why Work Here?

This is a great opportunity to contribute to large, notable projects. We offer a stable career path with no layoffs and provide opportunities to work in various locations and on diverse projects. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield, a 401(k), vision, and dental coverage.

Work Environment & Schedule

Work is on commercial, civil, and industrial projects. Employees start with a safety orientation and receive task assignments from a supervisor. The role requires working 5-6 days per week, 10 hours per day, averaging about 50 hours per week. Travel across the Rocky Mountain region, Kansas, North Dakota to Texas, and as far as Louisiana is common. Mileage reimbursement is provided at the government rate, along with a per diem of $40 per day for travel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• 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 Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

About Aerotek

Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping workers navigate the labor market and find roles that match goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided opportunities across North American industry—from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies to long-term construction, manufacturing, and maintenance roles. Our 1,500+ recruiters across 250+ offices work to place workers in positions to thrive. Aerotek offers weekly pay and benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected characteristic by law.