Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in operating backhoes and mini-excavators for sewer and water service repairs and replacements. This role involves working on both residential and commercial projects to provide efficient and effective excavation services.

Responsibilities

Operate backhoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and other excavation machinery to excavate and load loose materials on job sites.Load, unload, and secure equipment on transport trailers following guidelines.Adhere to OSHA safety procedures.Work collaboratively with a crew to complete excavation projects efficiently.Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with customers.Maintain excavation equipment and gather necessary tools from the branch or rental companies.Perform excavation work in confined spaces and open trenches, following safety protocols.Ensure safe driving and operation of service vehicles between job sites.

Essential Skills

Construction experience in residential and commercial projects.Possession of a current CDL Class A license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Trenchless water, sewer, and gas experience is a plus.Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.Ability to complete jobs within specified timelines.Backflow certifications (support provided to obtain).OSHA 10 certification (support provided to obtain).

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive training program and support for obtaining necessary certifications. Our benefits include weekly pay, with separate compensation for drive/miles, and the opportunity to earn commissions on billings. We value our team members with quarterly reviews and provide major equipment and tools.

Work Environment

The role involves excavation work in both commercial and residential buildings, with an 8-hour workday. Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the average production rate. Employees clock in upon leaving home and are paid for mileage at 70 cents per mile.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Glendale, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

health, dental, Vision, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glendale,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 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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