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Aerotek Heavy Equipment Operator in Omaha, Nebraska
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to work on a mass excavation project at a water park in Bellevue, NE. The primary responsibility involves operating a bulldozer to push and grade land, ensuring the ground is smooth for building development. The role is highly repetitive, requiring the operator to fill up the bucket, transfer loads to trucks, and continue this process efficiently.
Responsibilities:
Operate bulldozers and other heavy equipment to push and grade land.
Ensure the ground is smooth and ready for building development.
Fill up the bucket and transfer loads to trucks.
Move soil back and forth until it lays flat.
Adhere to project deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.
Essential Skills :
2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment such as dozers, tractors, and excavators.
Proficiency in operating bulldozers, excavators, and other heavy machinery.
Ability to meet project deadlines and complete tasks efficiently.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Experience with grading, earthworks, and loading.
Ability to operate various equipment including front-end loaders, track hoes, and skid steers.
Pay: 25-30 ( Depending on Experience)
Why Work Here? This opportunity offers a chance to work on a significant project in a dynamic environment. You will gain valuable experience and enjoy a collaborative work atmosphere. We provide all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and promote a culture of safety and efficiency.
Work Environment:You will work independently in an excavator on a water park jobsite in Bellevue, NE. The hours are from 7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and 7 AM to 3:30 PM on Saturdays. The dress code includes jeans, a work shirt, and boots. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.
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 $25.00 - $30.00/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.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 5, 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.