Equipment Operator/Asphalt Technician

Equipment Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Equipment Operator responsible for operating skid steers and excavators, as well as transporting machinery to various job sites. The role involves gravel, dirt work, asphalt preparation, and excavation in both residential and commercial settings. **Responsibilities** + Operate skid steers and excavators efficiently. + Transport machinery to job sites. + Perform gravel and dirt work, asphalt preparation, and excavation. + Engage in various projects including residential and commercial sites. **Essential Skills** + Concrete handling and construction expertise. + Proficiency in operating motor graders. + Possession of a Class A CDL with a valid medical card. + At least 3 years of experience operating skid steers. + Knowledge of dirt work, heavy equipment, paving, roller operations, general labor, and quality control. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with motor graders. **Why Work Here?** Join a team that prioritizes quality over everything else, ensuring high standards in all projects undertaken. Benefit from ample overtime opportunities and contribute to a company that completes 80% of the local work, establishing dominance in the industry. You will never experience a shortage of work, providing stability and growth in your career. **Work Environment** Engage in diverse projects ranging from filling potholes to constructing full-fledged parking lots. Most tasks involve rehabilitation work such as asphalt curbing, patching, and driveways, with 90% of projects being commercial. Typically, you will work on 3-6 projects per day, offering variety and challenge in your daily tasks. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, Missouri. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Springfield,MO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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 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.