• Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aerotek (Omaha, NE)


    • Job Posting: Travel Heavy Equipment Operator- $830 Weekly per diem

    **Travel Required:** Projects in Louisiana, Texas, and across the Midwest

    **Job Type:** Contract-to-Hire

    **Pay:** $25–$35/hr (DOE & Equipment Expertise)

    **Per Diem:** Provided + Mileage Reimbursement

    **Schedule:** Monday–Friday, 6AM–6PM; occasional Saturdays

    **Overtime:** 20–35 hrs/week

    •️ Job Overview

     

    Join a fast-paced civil construction team as a Heavy Equipment Operator, specializing in utility tractors and earthmoving operations. This travel role provides strong compensation, generous per diem, and ample overtime in various active project sites.

     

    • Responsibilities

    + Operate utility tractors (Fendt preferred), Excavators, Dozers, and Motor Graders

    + Perform pre- and post-shift equipment inspections

    + Execute earthwork tasks in areas such as cuts, fills, and haul roads

    + Coordinate with fellow operators and site team

    + Maintain strict adherence to OSHA safety protocols

    • Required Skills & Experience

    + Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in civil/commercial construction

    + Expertise in grading, earthwork, and earthmoving

    + Skilled in operating Sheeps Foot Rollers, Discs, and Box Blades

    + Valid Driver’s License preferred

    + Insurability to drive company vehicles is a plus

    • Work Environment

    + Outdoor civil construction sites, typically converted farmland

    + High-activity areas requiring communication and safety awareness

    + Professional appearance and conduct required under Site Code of Conduct

    • Perks of the Job

    + Competitive pay and per diem

    + Substantial overtime hours

    + Mileage reimbursement

    + Long-term potential through contract-to-hire

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Aug 13, 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.