**Job Title: Foreman and Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking two working foremen to join our team, with a focus on grading and utility work. As a foreman, you will oversee a crew of 2-5 people, operate heavy civil machinery, and work on diverse projects including data centers, subdivisions, hospitals, roads, and apartment complexes. You will lead and supervise grading crews to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality site preparation work, interpret site plans and blueprints, and coordinate daily tasks and equipment needs with project managers and site supervisors. **Responsibilities** + Oversee a crew of 2-5 people and ensure efficient workflow. + Operate heavy civil machinery including excavators, rollers, skid steers, dozers, and haul trucks. + Lead grading crews to ensure safe and high-quality site preparation work. + Interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes to establish accurate elevations and slopes. + Coordinate daily tasks, equipment needs, and workflow with project managers and site supervisors. + Perform layout, set grade, and verify accuracy using lasers, GPS systems, and other surveying tools. + Monitor progress to ensure work meets project specifications, timelines, and quality standards. + Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations. + Troubleshoot site issues, adjust plans as needed, and communicate changes to management and crew. + Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, equipment usage, and project milestones. + Train and mentor crew members to enhance skill, efficiency, and teamwork on the job site. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency with all types of heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, and loaders. + 4+ years of relevant experience in heavy equipment operation. + Strong in excavation, grading, and site development with 5+ years of experience. + Experience reading civil plans and using GPS grade control systems. + Proven leadership skills to manage crews and subcontractors. + Bilingual abilities are advantageous. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + OSHA 30 certification. + CPR certification. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy the opportunity to become a permanent employee with full benefits, coverage, and certifications. You will receive a company-issued truck, iPad, and cell phone, and join a team with a true family-feel. Work on dynamic projects and outside-the-box tasks, with assurance of work on weather-impacted days to maintain hours. Typically work five days a week with weekends at home, and be home each night. **Work Environment** This position involves working on a variety of commercial sites within a 35-mile radius. The role is on-site and offers a hands-on experience in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Montpelier, VA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $36.00/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 Montpelier,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 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.