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Heavy Equipment Operator

Aerotek

Summerville, SC • 10/15/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator - Sitework & Earthwork

Charleston, SC Area | Local Work Only | Weekly Pay | Overtime Available

A growing, well-established sitework and concrete contractor in the Charleston area is looking to add 2-3 Heavy Equipment Operators to the team due to increased project demand. This is an excellent opportunity for operators who enjoy staying busy, working locally, and building a long-term career with a company that promotes from within.

If you're looking for steady work, consistent overtime, and an opportunity to grow with a respected contractor, this could be a great fit.

Pay & Schedule
  • $22-$26/hr depending on experience
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed 45 hours per week
  • Typical schedule is 45-60 hours weekly
  • Consistent overtime opportunities
  • All projects are local to the Charleston market
  • No travel required
Responsibilities
  • Operate a variety of heavy equipment on active sitework projects
  • Move and grade bulk dirt safely and efficiently
  • Operate loaders, rollers, brooms, and water trucks
  • Assist with rough grading and maintaining haul roads
  • Support excavation and earthmoving activities
  • Work safely around dump trucks and other heavy equipment
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks
  • Jump between different pieces of equipment as project needs change
Preferred Equipment Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

  • Dozer
  • Excavator
  • Loader
  • Roller
  • Water Truck
  • Broom/Sweeper

Fine grading is not a requirement for this role, but can be the difference in a couple dollars for an offer.

What They're Looking For
  • Previous sitework, earthwork, grading, or dirt work experience
  • Versatile operators who can run multiple pieces of equipment
  • Team-oriented individuals who work well under field leadership
  • Safety-focused professionals with a strong work ethic
  • Reliable employees looking for a long-term opportunity with room for advancement
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
  • Strong pipeline of work throughout the Charleston market
  • Smaller company environment where your contributions are recognized
  • Clear opportunities for growth and increased responsibilities
  • Safety-first culture
  • Stable hours and consistent overtime
  • Competitive benefits available upon permanent hire
  • Opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that continues to grow

If you have experience in site development, earthwork, grading, or heavy equipment operation and want local work with steady hours and advancement opportunities, we want to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Summerville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Summerville, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Summerville,SC.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.