Job Information
Aerotek Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator in Denver, Colorado
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Type: 6‑month contract
Location: Denver Metro, CO • Salt Lake City, UT • Rocky Mountain Region
Work Setting: Fully On‑Site
Travel: Required (projects average 2 months)
Schedule: Primarily days; 10% night work
About the Role
We are seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to support geotechnical construction projects involving specialty foundation systems and ground improvement work. Projects include a mix of commercial, civil, and industrial sites.
Operators will split their time between equipment operation (50%) and labor-intensive tasks (50%). This role requires flexibility, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to safety.
Key Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment including:
Front-end loaders
Dozers (including mini dozer D3)
Skid steers
Backhoes
Mini excavators
Water trucks
Tie-back drills / soil nail drills
Perform a variety of on-site tasks:
Digging, trenching, compacting
Moving materials, lumber, beams, and rock
Unloading trucks & cutting beams
Vibrator operation
Concrete pumping / micropile work
Participate in daily safety orientations and follow all site safety protocols
Work outdoors in all weather conditions
Must-Have Skills & Experience
2+ years of heavy equipment operating experience on civil, geotechnical, earthwork, or commercial construction projects
Proficiency with:
Skid steer
Front-end loader
Forklift
Dozer
Hands-on labor experience, including concrete or general site labor
Ability to lift 75+ lbs, work outdoors, and travel as required
Nice-to-Have Skills
General labor or concrete experience
Experience with geotechnical drilling, tie-back drilling, or soil nail installation
Familiarity with equipment brands such as John Deere or Komatsu
What You’ll Gain
Steady work with no seasonal layoffs
Exposure to large, high-visibility civil and commercial projects
Opportunities for growth and long-term career development
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Denver,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.