Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title:
Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

As a scraper operator, your primary responsibility will be cutting to grade. You will drive across the terrain, utilizing the scraper to level the earth for the finish dozer hands to complete the fine grading. Your work day will run from 6 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential for Saturday work based on workload and weather conditions. You will be accountable for performing pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of the machine, reporting any concerns to management.

Responsibilities

• Operate CAT Challenger Pull Scrapers and Quadtrac Scrapers.

• Use Single or Dual Wheeled Scrapers and Pull Type Scrapers as needed.

• Perform pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of the equipment.

• Report any equipment concerns to management promptly.

• Ensure safety protocols are followed according to OSHA standards.

• Maintain communication and awareness of surroundings.

• Adhere to the Site Code of Conduct with professional behavior.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience operating scrapers on a commercial job site.

• Proficiency in scraper operation and heavy equipment handling.

• Ability to work in commercial and civil construction environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Valid driver's license preferred but not mandatory.

• Capability to be insured to operate company vehicles.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team in a civil construction site where you have the opportunity to contribute to significant earthwork projects. Enjoy a professional and safety-focused environment with opportunities to operate advanced heavy machinery. Be part of a company that values accountability and offers the chance to work in various locations across the country.

Work Environment

The work environment consists of a civil construction site located in a wide-open space previously used as farmland. The site demands strict adherence to safety protocols following OSHA standards. Expect a high level of activity requiring vigilant communication and awareness. Professional appearance and behavior are mandatory according to the Site Code of Conduct.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, Nebraska.

Pay and Benefits

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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 meets 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.