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Sand and Gravel Equipment Operator/ Dredge Operator/ Plant Operator

K2 Construction
Springfield, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Plains Sand and Gravel in Springfield, NE is looking for motivated individuals to join our team. We have an immediate opening for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday 7am to 5pm with some overtime and weekends. Candidates must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Position

  • Equipment/ Dredge Operator-2 yrs. Experience Preferred

Job Duties

  • MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK
  • An Equipment Operator performs a variety of skilled duties associated with the operation of multiple types of equipment in a sand and gravel pit environment. This includes operating all equipment in compliance with the company’s safety policies and procedures. Our Equipment Operators also ensure that company equipment, materials and the work site are maintained, kept clean and stored in a safe manner.

Equipment

  • Loader
  • Excavator
  • Haul Truck
  • Skid Steer
  • Screening Plant and Dredge Operations

Environmental Working Conditions

  • All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
  • Exposure to all elements of nature
  • Exposure to all types of terrain
  • Exposure to loud noise
  • Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc.
  • Work in close proximity to heavy traffic

Physical Requirements

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Climbing, stooping and bending
  • Periodic lifting of 10 to 50 pounds
  • Duties may require working from heights

Plains Sand and Gravel offers a competitive salary and generous benefits which include the following:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Matching 401k

Plains Sand and Gravel provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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