Equipment Operator

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceres Environmental Operations in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Snow Removal team member to safely operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders and skid steers to move and manage snow volumes on site.

This weather-dependent role requires overnight shifts, overtime during snow events, and strict safety procedures to keep roads and parking areas clear.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a wheel loader or skid steer.
• Valid state driver's license with no restrictions.
• Reliable transportation to downtown Minneapolis in inclement weather.
• Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, site maps, and memos.
• Maintain detailed timesheet and be alert overnight.
• Willing to observe safety procedures; use equipment properly.
• Is consistently at work and on time; available for long hours with short notice, including overnights.

Responsibilities

• Load end dump trailers with snow to be removed from site.
• Use wheel loader to manipulate and transport snow.
• Use a skid steer to clear snow in high traffic areas.
• Plow large parking lots with wheel loader or skid steer.
• Always adhere to stringent safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with team.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Light maintenance.

Skills

Wheel loader operation

Skid steer operation

Safety awareness

Timekeeping

Overnight shift readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

About Ceres Environmental Operations

Ceres Environmental Operations (CEO) is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it’s needed most.

Job Title: Snow Removal

Location: MN

Reports to: Sales Manager

About Ceres Environmental Operations

Ceres Environmental Operations (CEO) is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it’s needed most.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At CEO, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope, helping communities recover and rebuild.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you’ll fit right in. We don’t just respond to challenges; we rise to them.

What We Are Looking For

This position is a key part of our snow removal team. This position focuses on the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment, such as wheel loaders, trucks, and skid steers, to transport and effectively manage volumes of snow.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Load end dump trailers with snow to be removed from site
• Use wheel loader to manipulate and transport snow
• Use a skid steer to clear snow with either a bucket or broom in high traffic areas
• Plow large parking lots with wheel loader or skid
• Always adhere to stringent safety standards
• Communicate effectively
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Light Maintenance

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must have a minimum of one year’s experience operating a wheel loader or skid steer
• Must have valid state issued driver's license with no restrictions
• Reliable transportation to downtown Minneapolis in inclement weather
• Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, site maps, and memos
• Maintain detailed job timesheet
• Ability to be alert and aware overnight
• Willing to always observe safety and security procedures; use equipment and materials properly
• Is consistently at work and on time
• Dependable and able to commit to long hours of work with short notice, when necessary and typically overnight, and multiple nights in a row

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with snow removal
• Willing to work overtime and in all weather conditions

What To Expect

This is a weather-dependent role that requires flexibility and reliability. Expect overnight shifts, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime during snow events. You'll operate heavy equipment in cold, challenging weather conditions while following strict safety procedures to help keep roads and parking areas safe.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Conditions may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than indicated here.

Why Join CEO?

At CEO, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a mission. Your work will directly impact the speed and strength of community recovery after disasters.

We Offer

• A collaborative, mission-driven culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• The chance to make a lasting difference for communities across the U.S.

Ceres Environmental Operations is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Ceres does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position unless stated otherwise.

E-Verify: We comply with Federal law by verifying employment eligibility.