Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment, including loaders and excavators, in a production and quarry environment. Your tasks will include loading 200 trucks per shift, ensuring they are loaded at the correct weight per contract, moving material efficiently around the yard, and performing regular safety inspections of equipment.

ResponsibilitiesOperate Heavy Equipment including Loaders and Excavators in a production, quarry environment.Load 200 trucks per shift and ensure they are loaded at the correct weight per contract.Move material around the yard in an efficient manner.Perform regular safety inspections of equipment.Essential Skills5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment (backhoes, dozers, cranes, loaders, trucks, etc.).Experience performing basic maintenance and safety inspections on machinery.Ability to operate equipment in a fast-paced environment.Strong knowledge of individual equipment design and safety requirements.High level of safety consciousness and understanding the necessity of equipment safety.Ability to communicate equipment issues and direct others on the job.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in construction, heavy equipment operation, skid steer, general labor, front end loader, civil construction.Ability to handle and operate a variety of heavy equipment such as dozers, trenchers, cranes, backhoes.Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned and operated company where your voice matters. With a smaller team, each person plays a vital role in the overall success of the business. Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment where everyone's contributions are valued.

Work Environment

The work environment is very industrial, with the majority of the facility being outside in the yard, surrounded by heavy machinery, loud noises, dirt, and dust. The main office consists of a few bungalows. The company is located in East Oakland and has been around for about six years, employing 20-25 employees on site. Most team members work as Operators or Mechanics.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Oakland,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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