Equipment Operator

SiteOne Landscape Supply; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national distributor in landscaping products seeks an Equipment Operator in Durham, NC. Responsibilities include operating heavy machinery for transporting supplies, maintaining equipment, and assisting in various duties. Ideal candidates will have experience with heavy equipment, safety protocols, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. Join a supportive team focused on growth and safety in a robust industry.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks with DailyPay available!

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Lucrative Associate Referral Program

Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers

Opportunity for Advancement

Paid Training and Business Certifications Available

Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Product Discounts

Most Branches never work Sundays!

Qualifications

• Experience with front-end loaders, skid steers, and excavators preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and maintenance for heavy equipment required.
• Must handle lifting requirements and work conditions efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment for loading and transporting landscape supplies.
• Maintain and clean equipment as per schedule.
• Assist with inventory and general labor tasks as required.

Skills

Experience operating heavy equipment

Knowledge of safety and maintenance protocols

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Capability to work in extreme weather

Reading and writing for daily logs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

SiteOne Landscape Supplyis the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goodsfor green industry professionals, we have a long history of servingthosewho design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses,sport fieldsand more. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers and their business better than anyone else and providing them with a one-stop shop of extensive inventory coveringirrigation,lighting,turf and landscape maintenance,hardscapes,nursery, andpest controlsupplies.

At SiteOne,we are passionate about delivering anoutstanding customer experienceandwill stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key tothissuccess, and our commitment to theSiteOne DNA and support for our associates through development programs, benefits, and perks align with our vision to "Be a Great Place to Work for Our Associates". We foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With over 800 locations and exciting expansion ahead, now is the perfect time to join SiteOne and grow Stronger Together!

Position Overview

As part of our dedicated team, the Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and effectively operating heavy equipment to load, offload or transport landscape supplies such as mulch, topsoil, soil amendments, and raw materials. The Equipment Operator performs assigned tasks while maintaining situational awareness and a level of proficiency that minimizes the risk of personal injury or property damage.

What you’ll do:

• Operate all assigned equipment such as (but not limited to): front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and excavators, in a safe and proficient manner in accordance with company’s policies, procedures, and directives.
• Clean and maintain equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Advise branch leadership of any requirements for equipment maintenance and/or repairs.
• Assist with other duties assigned by management. Such duties may include (but are not limited to): receiving materials, inventory, order processing/fulfillment, and other general labor tasks.

Skills We Are Seeking

• Experience operating equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and/or excavators, strongly preferred
• Knowledge of proper safety and maintenance protocols of the equipment aforementioned
• Must be able to frequently lift 50 pounds or more
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold, snow, rain, etc.
• Experience in the landscape, hardscape, forestry, nursery, or irrigation industry is a plus
• Ability to read and write to record daily logs and maintain daily equipment checklists
• High school diploma or equivalent

Perks:

• Weekly Paychecks with DailyPay available!
• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• 401k with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Lucrative Associate Referral Program
• Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
• Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Product Discounts
• Most Branches never work Sundays!

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.

SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne-including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination-will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.