• Travel Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aerotek (Columbia, MO)


    **TRAVEL HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR! ***

     

    $25-$32/hr plus $830 per diem per week

     

    Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

    Job Description

    As a scraper operator, you will be responsible for cutting to grade by driving across the earth, scraping it into the holding bowl for removal or relocation. You will work in the cut, managing fill to even out and level the terrain for the Finish Dozer hands to fine grade to completion. The workday runs from 6 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday, with possible Saturday work depending on workload and weather delays. Hours may extend to 14-hour days if needed. You will also be accountable for pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of machinery, reporting any concerns to management.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate MTS 3630 Wheeled or Track Scrapers, MTS 745 with pan CAT 627 or CAT 637 for rough grading work.

    + Conduct pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of machinery and report concerns to management.

    + Manage fill and level terrain for Finish Dozer hands to fine grade.

    + Ensure compliance with safety protocols and adhere to the site code of conduct.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of experience operating scrapers on a commercial job site involving mass grading.

    + Proficiency in operating heavy equipment, particularly scrapers.

    + Understanding of commercial and civil construction, grading, and earthmoving processes.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Valid driver's license and ability to submit to Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checks.

    + Capability to be insured to operate company vehicles, allowing travel to various job sites.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy a competitive per diem and mileage reimbursement when traveling from Omaha, NE to job sites. Benefit from 20 to 35 hours of overtime per week, enhancing your earnings potential.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a civil construction site situated in wide-open spaces previously used as farmland. Follow strict safety protocols in line with OSHA standards. Maintain a professional appearance and behavior, as per the site code of conduct, in an environment with a high level of activity where communication and awareness are critical.

     

    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 $26.00 - $35.00/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 Columbia,Missouri.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.