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Backfill Operator Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Sewer Maintenance Worker

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$20.57 - $26.62/hr

Manual Labor Proficiency - Ability to excavate and backfill trenches, clean and inspect sewers ... At least one year of experience operating light, medium, and heavy duty equipment At least one year ...

This position will also conduct daily audits to ensure sure the park's safety and operating ... Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all rides positions and backfill these ...

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What is the difference between Backfill Operator vs Drilling Operator?

AspectBackfill OperatorDrilling Operator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety certifications, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, technical certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, excavation areasOil & gas drilling rigs, mining sites
Industry UsageConstruction, mining, infrastructure projectsOil & gas, mineral extraction

Backfill Operators and Drilling Operators both work in industrial environments requiring safety certifications and on-the-job training. While Backfill Operators focus on filling excavations and supporting construction projects, Drilling Operators specialize in operating drilling equipment for resource extraction. Both roles are essential in their industries but differ in specific tasks and work settings.

What does backfill mean in a job?

In a backfill operator role, backfill refers to filling a position that has become vacant, often to ensure continuous workflow. This may involve replacing an employee who has left or is on leave, and requires knowledge of the job site, equipment, and safety procedures.
Infographic showing various Backfill Operator job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Private Duty Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics, Friday Days

Earlham, IA

Aveanna Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$30 - $34/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Aveanna Healthcare rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 202 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Join a Company That Puts People First!

Hiring in the following locations:

Earlham, Iowa

Shifts available:

Fridays, 8:00am - 6:00pm

Backfill PRN

Registered Nurse – RN

Family First Homecare is one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing! Now that we have joined forces with Aveanna Healthcare, our care teams and our patient population have never been larger. At Aveanna, we’re proud to foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart:
Award-Winning Culture

  • Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company
  • Multi-year Comparably Award winner in the following categories: Best Company Culture, Best CEO, Best Company Work-Life Balance, Best Company Career Growth, Best Company for Diversity, Best Company for Women

Why Join Us?

  • Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off Available
  • Flexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability! 
  • 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians
  • Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation
  • Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
  • Weekly and/or Daily Pay
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
  • Employee Relief Fund

*Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location

We consider it both a privilege and an honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is always delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our Registered Nurses (RN)s works together to make sure we achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults. We are a national leader.

Qualifications   

  • Must have and maintain an active, unencumbered license (RN) in the state in which the clinician will practice
    • Compact licenses must be transferred to your state of residence within 60 days   
  • Current CPR certification (with hands-on component)- Aveanna can assist in obtaining this requirement after hire, if necessary.
  • TB skin test (current within last 12 months)   
  • Must have reliable transportation   

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.  

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About Aveanna

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Aveanna Healthcare is one of the nation's leading providers of pediatric and adult homecare in the nation. We lead with clinical quality and compassion, delivering care in over 200 locations in 23 states. While we have a national presence, we are very much a local provider in each community we serve. Our stated mission is to revolutionize the way pediatric healthcare is delivered, one patient at a time, and we hope you will help us fulfill that mission by joining the 30,000 nurses who already call Aveanna home. Apply today.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US