Job Title: Compaction Equipment OperatorJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Compaction Equipment Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate compaction equipment on active construction sites and support the grade crew as needed. This role requires the ability to work both inside and outside the cab to assist with site tasks and ensure proper compaction quality.

ResponsibilitiesOperate rollers to compact soil, gravel, asphalt, and other materials to meet project density requirements.Assist in achieving smooth, even surfaces by coordinating with dozer, grader, and excavator operators.Help prepare work areas by compacting subgrade, backfill, and base layers for construction activities.Ensure proper moisture levels and compaction techniques to achieve specified densities.Perform daily inspections, minor repairs, and routine maintenance to keep the roller in safe, reliable working condition.Essential SkillsExperience with paving, roller, and equipment operation.Minimum of 1 year experience as an equipment operator.Minimum 6 months experience as a roller operator.Must be comfortable occasionally working outside the cab.Additional Skills & QualificationsHeavy Equipment Operator certification.Experience with fine grading, bulldozer, and heavy equipment operation.Familiarity with vibratory rollers.Why Work Here?

Join a company with a proud 80-year history, known for high employee retention and a family-oriented culture. We prioritize safety first and offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, a 10% match 401K, and full investment at year 5. You will accrue vacation time from day one and enjoy 7 paid holidays.

Work Environment

Work on average 40-50 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm, depending on weather conditions. Flexibility to work some weekends is required. Work across 15 job sites in the Richmond Metro area, with the farthest site located 45 minutes from Chester, VA.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Chester,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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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