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Job Title: Scraper Operator

Job Description

The scraper operator will be responsible for cutting to grade by driving across the terrain, scraping earth into the holding bowl for removal or relocation. The goal is to level the terrain for the Finish Dozer hands to fine grade to completion. This position requires working in the CUT, managing fill, and performing pre and end-of-day inspections of the machinery, reporting any concerns to management.

Responsibilities

+ Operate scrapers to perform mass grading on commercial job sites.

+ Manage earthwork and earthmoving using heavy equipment.

+ Perform pre-inspection and end-of-day inspection of the machine.

+ Report any machinery concerns to management.

+ Work from 6am to 6pm, Monday through Friday, with potential Saturday work depending on workload and weather conditions.

+ Be accountable for managing fill and ensuring the terrain is even for finish grading.

Essential Skills

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

+ Proficiency in operating MTS 3630 Wheeled or Track Scrapers, MTS 745 with pan CAT 627 or CAT 637.

+ Valid driver's license and ability to be insured to operate a company vehicle.

+ Ability to work extended hours, potentially up to 14-hour days.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Paddle Wheel is a unique skillset and should be highlighted.

+ Professional appearance and behavior in accordance with the site code of conduct.

+ High degree of safety protocol adherence as per OSHA standards.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive per diem and mileage reimbursement when transferred to another site. Benefit from 20-35 hours of overtime per week. The opportunity to operate company vehicles allows for travel to various job sites across the country.

Work Environment

The work environment is a civil construction site with wide open spaces. A high degree of safety protocols must be followed, ensuring communication and awareness of surroundings. Distracted operating is not tolerated, and adherence to professional appearance and behavior is required in accordance with the site code of conduct.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Lunas, New Mexico.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Los Lunas,NM.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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.