Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator 40+ Hours, Year-Round

Location: Omaha, NE Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: $30$35/hr (based on experience) Schedule: Year-round, 40+ hours per week

We are hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for a major commercial construction project in Omaha, NE. This role offers steady, year-round work, including through the winter. We are looking for versatile operators who can run multiple types of equipment and excel in fast-moving site maintenance environments. You'll operate Motor Graders (JD 872 series), Dozers (D6D8), Excavators (full-size 300 series and minis), and more while supporting haul roads, surcharges, truck loading, and footing work.

Responsibilities:

• Operate Motor Graders for essential site maintenance
• Switch between equipment types based on project needs
• Operate Dozers and Excavators for loading haul trucks and digging footings
• Perform fine grading and foundational work with precision
• Conduct proper equipment inspection and maintenance
• Maintain safe operations and follow all site plans and supervisor directions

Essential Skills:

• 4+ years of experience operating Excavators, Dozers, or Motor Graders
• Strong proficiency with Wheel Loaders, Graders, Excavators, Tractors, Scrapers, Dozers, and Bulldozers
• Familiarity with Antler Controls on Motor Graders
• OneSource Level 2+ certification
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with excavation and backhoe operations
• Strong adaptability and willingness to operate multiple types of equipment
• Reliable attendance and strong communication skills

Why This Opportunity?

• $28$35/hr depending on experience
• Year-round work, including winter
• Fast-moving commercial project with steady hours
• Variety of equipment and tasks no repetitive days

Ready to Join the Crew? We move quickly and offer a streamlined interview process for qualified operators.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkhorn, NE.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Elkhorn, NE.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

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 meet 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.