Per Diem Heavy Equipment Operator III Finish Grade Specialist**
**Job Description**
We are seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator who is proficient with excavators, bulldozers, and other large machinery. This senior-level role is ideal for someone with expertise in soil mixing and a commitment to safe work practices.
**Responsibilities**
+ Adhere to all safety rules, both company-wide and site-specific.
+ Contribute to the improvement of safety plans (JSAs and JSAPs) with your input.
+ Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance during operation.
+ Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently, without taking shortcuts.
+ Excavate, mix, move, and grade materials to meet site specifications.
+ Achieve both rough and finish grades in various soil and site conditions.
+ Monitor surroundings to ensure safety before and during operations.
+ Communicate effectively using radios, hand signals, or verbal communication with the crew.
+ Work independently, taking initiative where needed.
+ Assist with lifting and placing materials as necessary.
+ Maintain and care for equipment, ensuring cleanliness, maintenance, and reporting any issues.
+ Remain vigilant to site changes and adjust operations as necessary.
+ Be willing to learn from senior operators and superintendents.
**Essential Skills**
+ Solid understanding of OSHA rules for excavation.
+ Ability to read survey stakes and understand grading.
+ Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and wearing PPE, including respirators if needed.
+ Willingness and ability to travel on short notice.
+ Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and math in English (preferred).
+ Understanding of load charts and equipment limits.
+ Must pass a skills test before operating.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ At least 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
+ General construction experience is a plus.
+ Experience will be verified on-site.
+ Expertise in soil stabilization and mixing.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy great hours with convenient transportation provided from Lake Charles to the job site daily. Experience a supportive work environment where safety is prioritized and professional development is encouraged.
**Work Environment**
The role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions, with a strong emphasis on safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Be prepared to work 67 days a week and ensure reliable transportation to the job site.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of **Cameron, Louisiana** .
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Shreveport,LA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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 Description**
We are seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator who is proficient with excavators, bulldozers, and other large machinery. This senior-level role is ideal for someone with expertise in soil mixing and a commitment to safe work practices.
**Responsibilities**
+ Adhere to all safety rules, both company-wide and site-specific.
+ Contribute to the improvement of safety plans (JSAs and JSAPs) with your input.
+ Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance during operation.
+ Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently, without taking shortcuts.
+ Excavate, mix, move, and grade materials to meet site specifications.
+ Achieve both rough and finish grades in various soil and site conditions.
+ Monitor surroundings to ensure safety before and during operations.
+ Communicate effectively using radios, hand signals, or verbal communication with the crew.
+ Work independently, taking initiative where needed.
+ Assist with lifting and placing materials as necessary.
+ Maintain and care for equipment, ensuring cleanliness, maintenance, and reporting any issues.
+ Remain vigilant to site changes and adjust operations as necessary.
+ Be willing to learn from senior operators and superintendents.
**Essential Skills**
+ Solid understanding of OSHA rules for excavation.
+ Ability to read survey stakes and understand grading.
+ Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and wearing PPE, including respirators if needed.
+ Willingness and ability to travel on short notice.
+ Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and math in English (preferred).
+ Understanding of load charts and equipment limits.
+ Must pass a skills test before operating.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ At least 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
+ General construction experience is a plus.
+ Experience will be verified on-site.
+ Expertise in soil stabilization and mixing.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy great hours with convenient transportation provided from Lake Charles to the job site daily. Experience a supportive work environment where safety is prioritized and professional development is encouraged.
**Work Environment**
The role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions, with a strong emphasis on safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Be prepared to work 67 days a week and ensure reliable transportation to the job site.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of **Cameron, Louisiana** .
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Shreveport,LA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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: 488770051
Originally Posted on: 8/9/2025
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