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**Job Title: Skid Steer Operator** **Job Description** A Skid Steer Operator is responsible for operating a small, engine-powered loader to assist with construction projects. The operator will perform tasks such as digging, moving materials, grading, and cleaning up job sites, often using various attachments. This role also involves maintaining the equipment and adhering to safety regulations. **Responsibilities** + Operating the Skid Steer: Maneuver the machine, use attachments (like buckets, augers, or graders), and perform tasks such as digging, grading, and moving materials. + Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine checks, ensure the skid steer is clean, and report any issues. + Job Site Safety: Follow safety procedures, wear appropriate PPE, and maintain a clean and organized work area. + Assisting with Construction Projects: This may include digging holes, trenches, moving dirt or earth, assisting with laying pavement, or clearing debris. + Other Duties: May include loading and unloading trucks, stockpiling materials, or assisting with other construction tasks. **Essential Skills** + Physical Strength and Stamina: Operating skid steers can be physically demanding. + Experience in construction, loader operation, heavy equipment operation, skid steer, and blueprint reading. + General labor experience, including operating excavators, dozers, concrete, backhoes, and heavy equipment operation. + Attention to Detail: Careful operation and maintenance are crucial. + Teamwork: Work effectively with other construction crew members. + Safety Awareness: Understand and follow safety procedures. + Knowledge of Construction Tasks: General knowledge of construction site practices. + Basic Equipment Maintenance Skills: Knowledge of basic maintenance procedures. + Ability to Follow Instructions: Understand and follow instructions from supervisors. + Candidates should have their own Construction PPE's (hard hat, high visibility vest, steel toe or work boots) as well as tools specific to being a Skid Steer Operator. **Work Environment** The Skid Steer Operator will work on construction sites across various locations throughout Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo County. The majority of work will be outside and labor-intensive. Work hours are typically Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, with the possibility of working on weekends or starting earlier based on job site requirements. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nipomo, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.25 - $43.25/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 Nipomo,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.

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