Per Diem Heavy Equipment Operator

Travel GPS Dozer/Haul Truck Operator/Scraper Operator/ Blade Operator

Travel contract with $830 in weekly per diem

Job Site Locations:

Will start in Omaha Nebraska for training and then be sent to one of the job sites in New Mexico OR Indiana

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in operating a Finish Dozer using GPS technology to achieve land final grading on large earthmoving commercial projects. This role requires proficiency in handling equipment on both rocky and standard earth terrains.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Finish Dozer using GPS systems such as Trimble and Topcon.
• Perform grading and earthmoving tasks on commercial sites ranging from 200k to 20 million yards of dirt.
• Read and interpret blueprints to execute precise grading tasks.
• Ensure compliance with high safety standards and the site code of conduct.
• Work collaboratively within a busy civil construction site environment.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience operating a Dozer in a finish capacity using GPS systems.
• Proficiency in heavy equipment operation in commercial and civil construction settings.
• Ability to operate on mass grading sites effectively.
• Experience with equipment such as D8, D9, D10, D6, D5, D4, D3, and CAT Dozer.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive per diem and travel reimbursement. Benefit from ample overtime opportunities with 20-35 hours of OT per week. Join a team committed to safety and professionalism, offering flexible work across various locations.

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 Oklahoma City, OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

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.