Job Title: Heavy Equipment OperatorOverview

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our field operations team in Virginia Beach. This role involves operating a variety of heavy machinery to support grading and site development projects. The ideal candidate is safety‑focused, dependable, and comfortable working both inside and outside of equipment cabs as needed.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, motor graders, and front-end loadersPerform grading, leveling, trenching, and site preparation according to project specificationsClear land and remove debris to prepare sites for constructionLoad, move, and distribute materials such as dirt, gravel, and rockAssist with groundwork and finish work alongside the grade crewConduct daily equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, and minor repairsMaintain a clean, safe, and productive worksite in accordance with company safety standardsRequired Qualifications2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in a construction or site development environmentProven experience operating excavators, dozers, and front-end loadersAbility and willingness to work outside the cab when requiredStrong understanding of jobsite safety practicesPreferred Skills & ExperienceExperience in grading and site developmentAbility to operate motor graders and vibratory rollersFamiliarity with grade checking and reading basic site plansTeam-oriented with a strong work ethicWhy Work With Us?80+ years in business with a reputation for stability and high employee retentionFamily-oriented company culture with a safety-first mindsetComprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with 10% company matchFull vesting at 5 yearsVacation accrual starting Day 17 paid holidaysWork Schedule & Location40–50 hours per weekMonday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PMOccasional weekend work as neededLocal projects in the Virginia Beach area

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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