Heavy Equipment Operator

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – WEEKLY PAY- UP TO $28 PER HOUR

Start in January 2026!

Location: Omaha, NE

Pay: Up to $28/hour

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 am- 5 pm overtime

If you're looking for steady work through the winter and have experience operating heavy machinery, this is the position for you! A major commercial construction project in Omaha, NE needs a highly versatile Heavy Equipment Operator to join the team. This role offers variety and the chance to operate multiple types of equipment, including excavators, dozers, motor graders, tractor pans, backhoes, track hoes, and scrapers.

Responsibilities:

• Operate various heavy equipment for site preparation, grading, excavation, trenching, and material handling.
• Switch between equipment types as project needs change, including scrapers, excavators, dozers, and more.
• Perform fine grading and foundational work with precision.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment while following project plans and supervisor instructions.

Essential Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment.
• Proven ability to operate machinery such as excavators, dozers, and graders.
• Familiarity with GPS systems and civil site operations.
• Valid driver’s license
• Physical ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• OSHA 10 certification (will be provided if not already held).
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Strong adaptability and willingness to learn new equipment.

Why Work Here?

• Enjoy 40–60 hours per week through the winter with built-in overtime. This is year-round work with opportunities for growth and skill development.

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

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Martell,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 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 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.