HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – 40+ hours, year-round!$28–$35/hr

Description:

If you're looking for steady work through the winter and have experience operating heavy machinery, this is the position for you! A major commercial construction project in Omaha, NE needs a highly versatile Heavy Equipment Operator to join the team. This role offers variety and the chance to expertly operate Motor Graders (JD 872 Series), Dozers (D6–D8), and Excavators (both full‑sized 300 series and minis) for critical site maintenance. Operators will work on haul roads, surcharges, loading haul trucks, and digging footings. We provide a rapid interview process to get you started quickly!

Responsibilities:

• Operate Motor Graders for site maintenance.

• Switch between equipment types as project needs change, including Dozers and Excavators for loading haul trucks and digging footings.

• Perform fine grading and foundational work with precision.

• Ensure proper maintenance and operation of heavy machinery.

• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment while following project plans and supervisor instructions.

Essential Skills:

• 4+ years of experience operating Excavators, Dozers, or Motor Graders.

• Proficiency in handling Wheel Loaders, Graders, Excavators, Tractors, Scrapers, Dozers, and Bulldozers.

• Familiarity with Antler Controls located near the armrest on the Motor Grader.

• OneSource Level 2+ certification.

• Physical ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in excavation and backhoe operations.

• Strong adaptability and willingness to learn new equipment.

Upon applying, expect a call or text from Andrew!

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • 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 Feb 10, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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