Equipment Operator

BrightView Landscapes; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes in The Woodlands, TX, is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently on our landscaping projects. You will handle trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, and other machines, while performing daily safety checks and ensuring proper maintenance.

The role requires ability to work outdoors in varied weather, lift up to 50 pounds, and follow site policies. You will also help with routine maintenance, inventory, and securing equipment, reporting

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong stamina and manual labor ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean and maintain equipment as required.
• Store equipment securely and report maintenance needs.
• Assist in routine maintenance tasks and inventory.
• Follow workplace safety policies.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Maintenance

Job description

Description

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Job Summary

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. The Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by policies and procedures.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance check.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Advise Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
• Participate in routine maintenance.
• Practice workplace safety.
• Maintain inventory.

Education And Experience

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

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Ability to lift and 50 pounds.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process

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