Excavator Operator

Description: If you're looking for steady work, consistent overtime, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on a major community development project, this is the position for you! A large-scale excavation and site development project in the Omaha area is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join the team. In this role, you'll operate modern heavy equipment to move, grade, and shape earth for future commercial construction. We provide a rapid interview process to get qualified candidates started quickly!

Responsibilities:

• Operate bulldozers to push, grade, and level soil for site preparation and building pad development.
• Use excavators, track hoes, loaders, and other heavy equipment to move and place material throughout the jobsite.
• Load trucks safely and efficiently with soil and other excavated materials.
• Perform repetitive production earthmoving tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Grade surfaces to specified elevations and slopes.
• Follow site plans and supervisor directions while working independently in equipment cabs.

Essential Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience operating bulldozers for grading and earthmoving projects.
• Experience operating excavators, track hoes, and loaders.
• Ability to accurately grade and level surfaces.
• Knowledge of construction site safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and maintain productivity throughout the shift.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience working on large civil construction or excavation projects.
• Mass earthmoving and site development experience.
• Building pad preparation and grading experience.
• Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment.

Upon applying, expect a call or text from Andrew!

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.