Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description
Join our team to operate a Finish Dozer using GPS technology for large earthmoving projects. This role focuses on commercial work, primarily operating on standard earth terrain and open farmland.
Responsibilities
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Operate a Finish Dozer using GPS to achieve final grade on commercial projects.
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Handle large earthmoving tasks on sites ranging from 200,000 to 20 million yards of dirt.
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Read and interpret blueprints to ensure precise grading.
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Maintain communication and awareness of surroundings to ensure safety and efficiency.
Essential Skills
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3+ years of experience operating a Dozer in a Finish capacity using Trimble GPS.
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Proficiency with equipment such as D8, D9, D10, D6, D5, D4, D3, CAT Dozer.
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Ability to operate on mass grading sites for commercial projects.
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Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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Valid driver's license preferred but not mandatory.
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Capability to be insured to operate company vehicles is advantageous.
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Experience with Trimble and Topcon GPS systems is beneficial.
Why Work Here?
This role offers competitive compensation including a per diem and mileage reimbursement. Enjoy the opportunity to earn substantial overtime, with 20-35 hours of overtime available per week. The position offers the chance to travel across the country and work in diverse locations, enriching your career experience.
Work Environment
The work is conducted on a civil construction site located on open farmland in Lebanon, IN, subject to varying weather conditions. Summers are hot and humid with potential thunderstorms, while winters can be cold with rain, snow, and wind. Adherence to high safety standards per OSHA protocols is required. A professional appearance and behavior are expected in line with the site code of conduct.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lebanon, Indiana.
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 Lebanon,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 11, 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 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.