Equipment Operator / Grounds Maintenance

Louisiana Community Care; Ball (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

Year-round work

Hands-on training

Supportive small-team environment

Job summary

Louisiana Community Care is seeking a reliable Equipment Operator in Ball, Louisiana who will operate specialized equipment for stump grinding, brush clearing, and grounds maintenance on both residential and commercial properties. The role emphasizes safety and quality while working outdoors in various weather conditions.

The ideal candidate will have experience with landscape or construction equipment and must possess a valid driver's license with a clean record. The company offers competitive pay, year-round work, hands-on training, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating landscape or construction equipment (loader, grinder, or similar) is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work in heat, humidity, and outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment for land clearing and maintenance tasks.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintain clean work areas.
• Assist with mowing, edging, trimming, and landscape services.

Skills

Operating landscape or construction equipment

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Team-player attitude

Job description

Growing local property maintenance and land clearing company is looking for a reliable, hardworking Equipment Operator to join our team. This role focuses on operating specialized equipment for stump grinding, brush clearing, and general grounds maintenance on residential and commercial properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment and attachments for land clearing, stump work, debris removal, and property maintenance tasks.
• Perform daily equipment checks, basic maintenance, and keep work areas clean.
• Assist with mowing, edging, trimming, and other landscape services as needed.
• Load and haul materials using trailers.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Support the team on various job sites across the Cenla area.

Requirements

• Experience operating landscape or construction equipment (loader, grinder, or similar) is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record (trailer experience is a plus).
• Ability to work in heat, humidity, and outdoor conditions.
• Reliable transportation to our central Louisiana-area location.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and team-player attitude.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities.
• Year-round work in a growing local company.
• Hands-on training and room to advance.
• Supportive small-team environment.