Job Information
Aerotek Heavy Equipment Operator in Omaha, Nebraska
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
We are seeking qualified scraper operators for a major lake project. The project involves reducing a 65-acre area by 30 feet. Operators will be running either a traditional tractor and pan or a CAT 627 Belly scraper. The equipment includes brand new tracked Challengers and non-tracked New Holland tractors, pulling a new Ashland pan (scraper attachment). Additional projects may include grading for new building prep work.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment, including tractors and scrapers, to perform earthmoving tasks.
Reduce the 65-acre lake area by 30 feet.
Run traditional tractors and pans or CAT 627 Belly scrapers efficiently.
Utilize new Challengers and New Holland tractors for the project.
Perform grading for new building preparation work.
Ensure all equipment is operated safely and maintained in good working condition.
Essential Skills
1+ years of experience operating a scraper.
Proficient in operating heavy equipment such as dozers and excavators.
Knowledge of loading and operating excavators.
Ability to handle various types of heavy machinery efficiently.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with equipment like traditional tractors and CAT 627 Belly scrapers.
Familiarity with New Ashland pan scraper attachments.
Why Work Here?
Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality and impactful projects. Enjoy the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment on significant projects that contribute to the community. We value safety, professionalism, and continuous development.
Work Environment
Work will be within 20 miles of Omaha, primarily on commercial job sites. Expect to operate in a professional and safety-focused environment, handling advanced heavy equipment and machinery.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, Nebraska.
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.