Equipment Operator

SiteOne Landscape Supply; Morehead City (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunity for Advancement

Job summary

SiteOne Landscape Supply is seeking an Equipment Operator in Morehead City, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators, performing maintenance on equipment, and assisting with inventory and order processing tasks.

The ideal candidate will have experience in operating heavy machinery and possess a high school diploma. This position offers competitive compensation and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators preferred.
• Ability to read and write for daily logs and checklists.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and proficiently.
• Clean and maintain equipment as needed.
• Advise on equipment maintenance or repairs.
• Assist with other general labor tasks as assigned.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Knowledge of safety and maintenance protocols

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Capability to work in extreme weather conditions

Experience in landscape or irrigation industry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals, we have a long history of serving those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses, sports fields, and 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 covering irrigation, lighting, turf and landscape maintenance, hardscapes, nursery, and pest control supplies.

At SiteOne, we are passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience and will stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key to this success, and our commitment to the SiteOne 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 700 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 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 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 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.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation & Benefits

SiteOne offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our associates. Benefits for benefit‑eligible associates may include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• DailyPay available
• 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

What This Job Description Covers

The information contained here 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.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

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 identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.

Compensation Transparency

Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.