Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Aerotek in Farnham

**Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator**

**Job Description**

We are seeking experienced Bulldozer/Excavator Operators and Articulated Haul Truck Operators to join our team for a new solar farm project. Operators will perform mass grading, clear land, build pads, excavate basins, and transport dirt across the site.

**Responsibilities**

+ Operate bulldozers and excavators to perform mass grading, clear land, build pads, and excavate basins.

+ Load and carry dirt using articulated haul trucks from one area of the project to another.

+ Ensure precise fine grading using bulldozers and excavators.

+ Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including OSHA regulations.

+ Collaborate with laborers on site to ensure efficient project execution.

+ Maintain equipment and perform routine inspections to ensure operational safety.

**Essential Skills**

+ 3+ years of experience operating bulldozers or excavators.

+ 3+ years of experience using articulated dump trucks.

+ Proficiency in fine grading with bulldozers and excavators.

+ 3rd party certifications for bulldozer/excavator or articulated haul truck operation.

+ Strong safety awareness and knowledge of OSHA regulations.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Solar project experience is a plus.

+ Ability to work significant overtime and weekends as needed.

+ Reliability and excellent attendance are crucial.

+ OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

**Why Work Here?**

Join a leading solar construction company with a strong pipeline of projects. Benefit from career growth opportunities in one of the fastest-growing industries. Work on large-scale projects with a reputable EPC of choice for major clients.

**Work Environment**

Work on multiple civil closeout sites in a new construction environment. Exposure to elements, including hot and humid conditions in the summer. Work schedule includes 50-hour weeks from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with lunch and short breaks. Operate equipment on site and adhere to strict safety protocols. Wear appropriate PPE including hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, reflective vest, and gloves. Safety is paramount, and compliance with safety standards is mandatory.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract position based out of Farnham, Virginia.

**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.