Heavy Equipment Operator

Amentum; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators in East Peoria, IL on a casual status basis. Work shifts vary by demand and weather. Roles may transition to full-time permanent positions as opportunities arise.

Applicants must demonstrate site equipment operation during interviews and must be able to obtain a security badge for client facilities. HS diploma or equivalent required and three years operating heavy equipment. No sponsorship is needed to apply.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent education.
• Three years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship/work authorization.
• Must have ability to obtain security badge at client facility.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently and safely operate excavators, motor graders, wheel loaders, and track type tractors.
• Perform Endurance Testing and/or earthmoving projects using detailed instructions.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Excavators

Motor graders

Wheel loaders

Track-type tractors

Safety compliance

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amentum is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to work on an as-needed casual status basis in East Peoria, IL.

Work schedule may include any shift and any day of the week, based on business demand and weather conditions.

Candidates must be flexible. Individuals hired into these positions work on a “casual status” basis, which does not guarantee a minimum number of work hours and provides only limited medical benefits. These positions can lead to full time permanent positions as they become available within the organization.

Qualified applicants must demonstrate ability to operate site-specific equipment during the interview process.

Responsibilities:

• Proficiently and safely operate excavators, motor graders, wheel loaders, and track type tractors.
• Perform Endurance Testing and/or earthmoving projects using detailed instructions.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
• HS Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship/work authorization.
• Three years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must demonstrate ability to operate site-specific equipment during the interview process.
• Must have ability to obtain security badge at client facility.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the ability/flexibility to repetitively bend/stoop, squat, kneel, stretch/reach, move in a 90-degree fashion for shift.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
• Ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.

30.50

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters .

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