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Aerotek
Heavy Equipment Operator
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$56,777 / year median in the U.S.
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Telehandler / Heavy Equipment Operator - $25-$32/Hr Job Description We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to efficiently utilize off-road forklifts for the transportation and setting of concrete forms and rebar for foundations. The role involves rigging forms and rebar cages, transporting them, and setting or removing them, as well as performing fine grading with a skid steer for flatwork. Proficiency in reading grade stakes, lasers, and blueprints is essential. Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment, including telehandlers, skid steers, excavators, backhoes, and forklifts. Transport and set concrete forms and rebar for foundations. Rig, transport, and set/remove rebar cages. Perform fine grading using a skid steer for concrete flatwork. Read and interpret grade stakes, lasers, and blueprints to ensure accurate construction work. Essential Skills 4+ years of experience in rigging and transporting concrete forms, rebar, and miscellaneous material. 4+ years of experience in fine grading with a skid steer for concrete projects. 2+ years of experience working on concrete projects. NCCER certification in rigging. Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as telehandlers, excavators, backhoes, and forklifts. Additional Skills & Qualifications Willingness to submit to a OneSource level 2+ Apply today and expect a phone call or text from Andrew! Positions with this company are filling fast! 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 $25.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings