**Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a diligent and mechanically inclined Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will have a mix of responsibilities including operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance tasks, and assisting diesel technicians. This role requires an individual who is comfortable working in a variety of environments and can handle a physically demanding job. **Responsibilities** + Spend 3 hours daily pulling 'the wall' in and out (1.5 hours at the start and end of each shift). + Perform light maintenance tasks. + Conduct pre-trip inspections. + Wash machines and perform fluid changes. + General cleaning duties. + Assist diesel technicians with various tasks. **Essential Skills** + Experience as a heavy equipment operator. + Proficiency in operating front-end loaders. + CDL Driver experience. + Experience in maintenance and inspections. + Knowledge of diesel technology. + Ability to use hand tools and mechanical equipment. + Proficiency with power tools and schematics. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Must have a high school diploma or GED. + Ideal candidates will have experience in heavy equipment operation or experience with freight/diesel trucks (though not required). + Mechanical assembly skills. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers a stable job with available overtime and opportunities for departmental movement. You will be part of a supportive team in a role that provides room for professional growth. **Work Environment** You will work both inside a warehouse and in traffic, exposed to various elements. Prepare for hot or cold environments. The role involves using hand tools and lifting up to 50 lbs. Day shifts run from 3am to 12:30pm with potential overtime of about 10 hours per week if needed. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DALLAS, TX. **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.