Grading Operator Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Location: East Brunswick, NJ

Pay: $25-$35

Job Description

The Heavy Equipment Operator safely and efficiently operates dozers, excavators, and loaders to perform sitework, grading, excavation, trenching, backfilling, and material handling on civil, environmental, and site development projects. This role supports field operations by maintaining high standards of productivity, precision, and safety while working across various project sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozers, excavators, and loaders in accordance with project specifications, company procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform site preparation, excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and material loading to meet required tolerances and project requirements.
• Interpret and follow grade stakes, site plans, construction drawings, and instructions from supervisors to achieve accurate grades and slopes.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections of heavy equipment, complete required checklists, and ensure machines remain in proper working condition.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness, monitor fluid levels, and promptly report maintenance needs, malfunctions, or mechanical issues.
• Load, move, and distribute earth, rock, aggregates, debris, and other materials efficiently while minimizing waste and preventing contamination.
• Perform fine grading and maintain proper drainage, compaction, and subgrade standards as directed by project specifications.
• Support the crew with general labor tasks when equipment is not in use, including site cleanup and material handling.
• Communicate clearly with the project team, site supervisors, and signal personnel to coordinate safe and efficient operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience operating heavy equipment, including dozers, excavators, and loaders, in civil or sitework construction.
• Proficiency operating excavator, loader, and dozer equipment in field conditions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, site plans, and grade stakes.
• Proficiency using lasers for pipe leveling and grade control.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong safety awareness and consistent adherence to OSHA and company safety protocols.
• High attention to detail, especially in grading, excavation, and material handling tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Brunswick, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in East Brunswick,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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.

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.