• Travel Scraper Operator

    Aerotek (Houston, TX)


    Job Title: Travel Scraper Operator

    Job Description

    The scraper operator will be responsible for cutting to grade, driving across the earth, and using the scraper to gather and relocate earth to manage fill. The aim is to level the terrain for the finish dozer operators to complete fine grading. The work schedule is from 6 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential Saturday work depending on workload and weather. Days may extend to 14 hours if necessary. The operator must perform pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of the machine and report any issues to management.

    Responsibilities

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

    + Perform rough grading work, ensuring the terrain is leveled.

    + Conduct pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of equipment.

    + Report equipment concerns to management promptly.

    + Maintain accountability for machine operation and inspections.

    Essential Skills

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

    + Proficiency in scraper operation, heavy equipment, commercial construction, civil construction, grading, earthwork, and earthmoving.

    + Ability to operate belly scraper, haul truck, utility tractor, SWIP, and paddle wheel.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Valid driver's license required.

    + Must submit to Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

    + Capability to be insured to operate company vehicles.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy a weekly per diem and travel reimbursements, along with the opportunity for 20-35 hours of overtime per week. Embrace the chance to work across various locations with company support.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work takes place on a civil construction site, formerly farmland, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols per OSHA standards. Operators must maintain professional appearance and behavior, with high importance placed on communication and awareness to ensure safety.

     

    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 Houston,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.