Job Information
Aerotek Heavy Equipment Operator in North Charleston, South Carolina
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
Join a dynamic team as a Heavy Equipment Operator for various civil site work locations in the Charleston area. Enjoy the benefit of working locally, ensuring you can be home every night with minimal travel requirements.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders.
Assist with manual labor tasks including shoveling, trench work, loading, and unloading supplies.
Contribute to the team by performing any necessary tasks to complete projects efficiently.
Adhere to safety guidelines and promote a safe work environment.
Essential Skills
5+ years of experience with heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, and motor graders.
Fine grading experience is highly preferred.
Experience with GPS systems is preferred.
Flexible availability, including overtime and possible weekends.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to read blueprints and understand civil construction processes.
Willingness to undergo drug testing.
Why Work Here?
Be part of a team that values growth and advancement, with opportunities to move up from labor positions to superintendent roles. Enjoy stability as the company does not conduct layoffs, even during challenging times. Benefit from a supportive work environment that emphasizes safety and offers great perks like a 401(k) plan, health benefits, and PTO.
Work Environment
Work outdoors on civil development sites, facing all weather conditions. Perform tasks safely and efficiently, with regular 50-hour workweeks and an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 North Charleston,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.