HEAVY Equipment Operator 22+/hr 1st Shift

Heavy Equipment Operator

We are seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to transport salt and other materials within our expansive mine. This role involves loading, hauling, and unloading materials efficiently while strictly adhering to all safety regulations and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Move material with heavy equipment underground.
• Transport salt across the mine using heavy equipment.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet required specifications.
• Assist the maintenance department with preventive maintenance on equipment when necessary.
• Operate a forklift and other heavy equipment to move salt throughout the mine.
• Complete assigned paperwork accurately for specific customers/orders.
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience with heavy equipment operating, including excavators, dump trucks, and haul trucks.
• Safety-conscious mindset with a'see something, say something' attitude.
• Ability to work underground comfortably.
• Capability to lift 50+ lbs repetitively during a 10-hour shift.
• Wearing steel-toed boots/shoes is mandatory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Long-term heavy equipment operating experience within a mine setting is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Employees are eligible for merit-based raises and a 13% monthly incentive and attendance bonus after a 120-day probationary period. As part of Local 324 Union, employees receive BCBS benefits with 80% of costs covered by the company when direct. A 4% match for 401K is available, along with holiday, vacation, and sick pay after 90 days. A 60-cent shift premium is offered for the 3rd shift.

Work Environment

This position is located in a salt mine 1100 feet below ground, which feels like a large warehouse rather than a confined space. The environment can be hot or cold, requiring adaptability to varying temperatures. Shifts are Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM for the 1st shift and Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM for the 3rd shift, with a minimum of 50 hours per week and occasional Saturday work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46384.00 - $47632.00/yr. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

About Aerotek

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 solving for 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. 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.