Equipment Operator

Delaware Park; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Park in Wilmington, DE is seeking an experienced equipment operator to safely operate a front end loader, tractor, and forklift while adhering to OSHA regulations.

You will perform basic maintenance, read equipment manuals, and work without direct supervision. The role includes snow removal duties and requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment with safety focus.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must work with minimal supervision.
• Flexible to withstand weather extremes.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate front end loader, tractor, and forklift safely.
• Perform basic machinery maintenance and reporting.
• Operate dump truck as needed.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Follow all equipment safety rules.
• Attend OSHA training sessions.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Maintain safety surveillance of the grounds.
• Promote honesty and trust amongst the team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Tractor operation

Front end loader

OSHA compliance

Safety training

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to safely operate: front end loader, tractor, and fork lift, in accordance with all applicable OSHA Regulations.
• Basic knowledge of machinery maintenance and service.
• Operate small dump truck.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Operate all equipment according to manufacturers’ printed material.
• Use sound judgment when using equipment around horses.
• Maintain constant surveillance of the grounds for safety concerns.
• Report all maintenance repairs immediately to supervisor.
• Responsible to read and understand all safety rules for each piece of equipment.
• Attends all safety and/ or OSHA training sessions as required.
• Assist with all duties associated with snow removal.
• Promotes honesty and trust amongst the team.
• Promotes outstanding customer relations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Previous OSHA Certified Forklift Training a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to lift Fifty (50) lbs. without difficulty.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in extremes of weather.
• Must be able to remain highly flexible in an environment of constant change.
• Promotes honesty and trust amongst the team.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule according to the needs of the business including evenings, weekends and holidays.