Equipment Operator

BrightView Landscape Development; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape company, BrightView, is seeking an Equipment Operator in Houston, Texas. The role requires responsible operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, ensuring workplace safety and contributing to routine maintenance tasks. Join a supportive team where you can grow your career with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health and wellness coverage

401k savings plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in equipment operating and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Advise Foreman on maintenance or repairs.

Skills

Safety Practices

Equipment Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Operation

Job description

At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for anEquipment Operator.Can you picture yourself here?

Here’s what you’d do:

The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, trenchers, backhoes, loaders and other pieces of equipment. Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by policies and procedures.

You’d be responsible for:

• Operating heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Performing daily safety and maintenance check.
• Cleaning heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
• Ensuring heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advising Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participating in routine maintenance
• Practicing workplace safety
• Maintaining inventory

You might be a good fit if you have:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in equipment operating and maintenance

And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:

• Work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic
• Work near or about natural bodies of water
• Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (some overtime/weekend work required)
• Ability to work in extreme conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
• Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
• Ability to bend, stoop and twist continuously throughout the day

Here’s what to know about working here:

Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.

If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.

Growing Everyday

Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:

• Paid time off
• Health and wellness coverage
• 401k savings plan

Start Your Bright New Career Journey

BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.