**Job Title: Excavator Operator** **Job Description** Join a reputable and locally owned company renowned for its excellence in site development and earthwork services throughout Central Pennsylvania. Specializing in both commercial and residential excavation, grading, and utility installation, this company prides itself on delivering precision and reliability in every project. We are currently seeking a skilled and safety-minded Excavator Operator with a strong background in main line utility excavation. **Responsibilities** + Operate hydraulic excavators to dig utility trenches for main lines at varied depths. + Set up and work with trench boxes, shoring systems, and stone sleds. + Safely dig around existing utilities and follow engineered plans. + Read and interpret site grades and layout markings. + Support the crew with related site work and other equipment when needed. + Conduct daily equipment inspections and report issues promptly. + Maintain a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and productivity. **Essential Skills** + Experience as an Excavation Operator. + Valid Driver's License. + Reliable Transportation. + Proficiency in fine grading, civil site, skid steer, front end loader, track hoe, excavation, civil, utility construction, motor grader. + Grading, civil construction, GPS, HEO, equipment operation, loader, blueprint reading, heavy equipment operation, dirt work. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 State College,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2025. **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.