About this role
Job Title: Airfield Electrical Technician
If you have experience operating heavy equipment, working in construction, underground utilities, site development, or civil projects and are looking to grow your skills in a specialized industry, this is a great opportunity for you! DON'T HESITATE TO APPLY!!! IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TRAVELING CONSTRUCTION WORK, APPLY NOW!!!!
A company in Orlando, FL is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to support airfield construction and infrastructure projects throughout Florida. This role involves operating a variety of heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, rollers, skid steers, and other construction machinery while assisting with site preparation, grading, trenching, underground utility installation, concrete work, and general construction activities. Candidates will work alongside experienced crews on active airfields, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.
Skills
Heavy Equipment Operation / Excavators / Dozers / Loaders / Skid Steers / Rollers / Grading & Site Preparation / Trenching & Underground Utilities / Concrete Construction / Blueprint Reading / GPS & Grade Control Equipment / Construction Safety / Earthmoving / Utility Installation / General Construction / Travel Construction
Experience Level
Intermediate Level (2+ Years Heavy Equipment, Civil Construction, Underground Utility, or Site Development Experience Preferred)
This version will pull much better from candidates with backgrounds in site work, utility construction, roadwork, earthmoving, and military heavy equipment operation.
Experience Level: EntryIntermediate Level (12+ Years Electrical or Construction Experience Preferred)
Location: Orlando, FL
Pay / Shift:$20.00 $25.00/hr (based on experience)1st ShiftTravel throughout Florida required. Weekend work is typically not required.
Apply right now and expect a call/text from Justin with Aerotek!📩 jholliday @aerotek.com
- Positions with this company will be filled quickly!
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers.
- Experience installing and maintaining runway signs and associated electrical systems.
- Ability to read and work from electrical blueprints and schematics.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and lighting systems in field conditions.
- Experience with concrete foundations and general labor on construction sites.
- Field service experience in industrial, transportation, or infrastructure environments.
- Safety-oriented mindset with regular participation in training and continuous improvement.
- Life safety and electrical safety awareness in complex, high-demand environments.
Why Work Here? You join a team where people are the foundation of every project and where your skills directly support critical infrastructure across airfields, seaports, rail yards, stadiums, and data centers. You work alongside experienced project professionals in some of the most demanding environments in the industry, backed by a strong safety culture, regular training, and strict oversight on every site. Since 2007, the organization has grown by hiring great people and maintaining a family-oriented approach to supporting its team.
As operations expand across the Southeast, you have the opportunity to grow your career with a stable, forward-looking company that offers medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life insurance, per diem, and paid time off once permanent. Work EnvironmentWork takes place primarily outdoors on active airfields and construction sites in Florida, with exposure to varying weather conditions and operational environments. The role involves working around energized electrical equipment, heavy machinery, and ongoing construction activities, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, and the dress code focuses on appropriate safety gear and work-ready attire suitable for field and construction environments. Travel within Florida is required, but work typically does not involve weekends. You work with a range of electrical and concrete tools, as well as heavy equipment such as mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers, in a safety-oriented, field service setting.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.
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
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Massachusetts Lie Detector
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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