About this role
Traveling Construction Laborers & Equipment Operators
Location: Salt Lake City-based | Travel throughout the Central & Western U.S.Pay: $20-$27/hr + Per Diem + OvertimeSchedule: 50+ hours/week | 5-6 days/weekTravel: Approximately 50%We are hiring Construction Laborers and Equipment Operators for a growing geotechnical construction team supporting commercial, civil, and industrial projects. This is a great opportunity for candidates who enjoy traveling, working outdoors, earning overtime, and building a long-term career in construction.
Pay
- Construction Laborers: $20-$24/hr
- Equipment Operators: $24-$27/hr
- Overtime available, averaging 50+ hours per week
- $40/day per diem on qualifying projects
- Company-paid mileage at the federal rate
- Flights provided when required
Travel
- Travel approximately 50% of the time
- Projects typically last 1-2 months
- Projects throughout Colorado, Utah, Kansas, North Dakota, Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states
- Typically home about once per month during traveling assignments
- Long weekends home between extended assignments
Construction Laborer Responsibilities
- General jobsite cleanup and housekeeping
- Trenching, digging, compacting, and shovel work
- Move hoses, drill pipe, tools, and construction materials
- Spot equipment and assist equipment operators
- Assist with rebar and wood lagging installation
- Clean and maintain tools and equipment
- Follow all jobsite safety procedures
Equipment Operator Responsibilities
- Operate and inspect construction equipment
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and inspections
- Assist with rigging, hoisting, spotting, and material movement
- Perform soil leveling and ground preparation
- Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues
- Operate pumps, generators, compressors, mixers, and other jobsite equipment
- Experienced operators may have opportunities to operate specialized geotechnical drilling equipment
Qualifications
- 1+ year of construction or related outdoor work experience, including concrete, agriculture, landscaping, excavation, dirt work, welding, or similar experience
- Comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions
- Able to regularly lift and move 75+ lbs
- Willing and able to travel for extended projects
- Available to work 5-6 days per week and 10+ hour shifts
- Strong safety mindset and dependable attendance
- Forklift, skid steer, or heavy equipment experience is a plus
- Flexibility to occasionally work night shifts
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Consistent year-round work
- Long-term advancement opportunities
- Opportunity to work on large-scale construction projects throughout multiple states
Ideal Candidate
Were looking for someone who is dependable, safety-focused, comfortable traveling, willing to work overtime, and interested in growing their construction career.
Interested? Apply today to learn more about current projects, travel schedules, and available positions.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Salt Lake City,UT.
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.