Grading Operator Jobs in West Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

This role supports landfill construction and cell development projects across the region by operating heavy equipment, primarily CAT D6 dozers and production excavators. You will perform grading, earthmoving, landfill cell construction, slope work, and material placement while meeting production goals and maintaining high safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate CAT D6 dozers and production excavators safely and efficiently on landfill and heavy civil construction projects.
• Construct and maintain landfill cells in accordance with project plans, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Perform grading, cut/fill, and earthmoving operations to achieve required elevations, tolerances, and compaction standards.
• Work confidently on slopes up to a 1:3 grade while maintaining slope tolerances and equipment stability.
• Utilize onboard Trimble GPS systems and machine control displays for grading, layout, and earthwork operations.
• Read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and layout information to execute work accurately.
• Perform hauling and earthmoving operations over average haul distances of approximately one-half mile in each direction.
• Conduct thorough daily equipment inspections and routine checks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment concerns, and safety hazards immediately to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain production goals while adhering strictly to safety protocols and site rules.
• Work independently in the field while consistently meeting productivity, quality, and safety standards.
• Assist with general labor tasks related to landfill construction and earthworks as needed.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• 3+ years operating CAT dozers and/or production excavators.
• Hands-on experience on dozers and excavators in landfill, earthwork, site development, mining, quarry, or heavy civil projects.
• Proven ability to perform cut/fill, grading, and earthmoving operations to specified tolerances.
• Experience operating on steep grades and maintaining slope tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, plans, and machine control displays.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and commitment to meeting project schedules.
• Ability to work extended hours, including 10–12 hour shifts, as project demands require.
• Capability to work independently while maintaining production and safety standards.
• High stamina and physical ability to perform general labor tasks in an outdoor construction environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on landfill construction, landfill cell building, grading, and compaction operations.
• Experience in site development, mining, quarry, or heavy civil construction projects.
• CAT equipment experience highly preferred; experience on comparable equipment is transferable.
• GPS experience preferred, particularly with Trimble systems and onboard machine control.
• Comfortable working on steep slopes and uneven terrain.
• Ability to travel extensively and work on projects throughout the region.
• No formal certifications required.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from competitive compensation with consistent overtime opportunities and a typical schedule of 10–12 hour shifts. The company provides lodging at no cost when traveling and offers a daily per diem, supporting comfort and financial stability while on the road. Team members enjoy a stable workload with projects across the region and the chance to operate modern CAT equipment equipped with Trimble GPS technology. The organization offers long-term career opportunities within a growing heavy civil contractor and promotes a safety-focused culture backed by strong leadership support.

Work Environment

Work takes place in an outdoor landfill and heavy civil construction environment on active landfill construction projects. Employees typically work a five-day work week with regular overtime available, and frequent travel is required to support projects throughout the region. The role involves general labor tasks, high physical stamina, and regular exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and steep slopes. The company provides a hard hat and safety vest, while employees are expected to supply steel-toe boots that cover the ankle, durable work pants, and T-shirts suitable for field work.

This is a Contract position based out of Wheeling, WV.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,WV.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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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.

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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.