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Heavy Equipment Operator

$27 - $35 per hour

Aerotek

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Travel HEO

Pay: $27-$35/hr, with $830/week in Per Diem!

Location: IN, TX, NV, FL, LA, and many other possible states/sites around the country. Projects are always going!

Job Description:

As an Operator, you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment ono a commercial job site located in Lebanon, IN or many other locations across the country. This role involves working with heavy equipment in the areas of commercial and civil construction, earthwork, and earth moving.

Responsibilities

Operate one or multiple types of heavy machinery, including:

  • Blade
  • Dozer
  • Loader
  • Scraper
  • Forklift / Telehandler
  • Crane
  • Skid-steer / Bobcat
  • Boom lifts / Aerial lifts
  • Roller
  • Backhoe
  • Track crane

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in operating heavy equipment.
  • Experience in commercial and civil construction, particularly in earthwork and earth moving.
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to pass an MVR check.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Willingness to travel and adapt to different work sites.
  • Flexibility with work hours, including working 10-12+ hours a day.
  • Capability to be insured to operate company vehicles for travel to other job sites.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic work environment that values safety and professionalism. Enjoy the opportunity to work across various locations, expanding your skills and experience in the field of civil construction.

Work Environment

A job site example is an open farmland in Lebanon, IN, exposed to varying weather conditions typical of Indiana, including hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The site follows rigorous safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards. Professional appearance and behavior are expected, with a strong emphasis on communication and awareness of surroundings to ensure safety and efficiency.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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 Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.

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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.

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