Underground Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Industry: Utilities / Commercial Construction
Position Overview
A well-established, family-owned contractor with over 75 years of success in the Colorado Springs market is seeking an experienced underground utilities Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. This organization offers long-term stability, consistent work, and a strong commitment to promoting from within.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment, including loaders and excavators, in a utilities construction environment
- Perform excavation, grading, and material handling tasks safely and efficiently
- Work as part of a unified crew handling both dirt work and utilities installation
- Follow all site safety standards and maintain equipment awareness
Equipment
- Primary equipment includes Hitachi and John Deere
- Additional equipment: Caterpillar (CAT) and Komatsu
- Fleet consists mostly of newer equipment (limited GPS currently, with planned upgrades)
Qualifications
Required:
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators for underground utilities installation projects
- Proven experience in heavy equipment operation within a construction setting
Preferred:
- Experience with John Deere 470 Excavator or 624 Loader
- Familiarity with major equipment brands (John Deere, Hitachi, CAT, Komatsu)
Core Skills:
- Loader and excavator operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction site safety
- Ability to support general labor tasks as needed
Work Environment
- Outdoor commercial construction sites
- Typical start time around 6:30 AM (may vary by project)
- Consistent 40+ hour work weeks
What the Company Offers
- Long-term stability with a reputable, established contractor
- Opportunities for internal advancement
- Team-oriented work environment
- Consistent local projects in the Colorado Springs area
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Colorado Springs,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.