Equipment Operator

  • Aerotek
  • De Soto, Kansas
Heavy Equipment Operator Openings Starting at $28/HR!**

**Job Description**

This role requires operating various construction equipment at a designated site from Monday to Friday, arriving by 5:30AM. The work schedule includes 10-hour shifts, with optional overtime available on Saturdays for 8-10 hours.

If you do not have certifications, but still the commercial experience, you are still eligible for the general laborer paying **$23/hr, $24 if you are bilingual or have OSHA 10.**

**Responsibilities**

+ Operate and manage equipment such as motor graders, bulldozers, and front-end loaders.

+ Ensure safe operation around cranes, pedestrians, and within tight spaces.

+ Maintain equipment and ensure functionality within stair towers and similar environments.

**Essential Skills**

+ 3+ years' experience in operating construction equipment.

+ Experience with motors graders and/or skid steers

+ **MUST HAVE** Certifications related to equipment operation, regardless of expiration status.

+ Comfortable operating in various conditions and projects that require precision.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Possession of a CDL Class A and a valid Med Card.

+ A high level of patience and reliability.

+ Experience in projects that require careful maneuvering rather than open spaces.

**Work Environment**

Work is conducted at a site with potential exposure to tight spaces and stair towers. The environment demands precision and careful operation of equipment. The dress code and other conditions are not specified.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract position based out of De Soto, Kansas.

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**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $32.00/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 De Soto,KS.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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.
Job ID: 488136373
Originally Posted on: 8/5/2025

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