Equipment Operator I

The Wonderful Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in California is seeking a dedicated individual for orchard removal and wood grinding tasks. The role involves operating equipment safely, maintaining a clean job site, and ensuring equipment functionality. Ideal candidates will have a safety-conscious attitude and the ability to work well in a team. This position offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to organize, plan, and set priorities with minimal supervision.
• Consistent attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment for tree digging and wood grinding.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Safety Consciousness

Teamwork

Mathematical Calculations

Education

0-2 years’ experience in equipment operations

Tools

Job-specific Equipment

Job description

With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.

Job Description

As directed by the supervisor, and observing all safety rules of the company, perform orchard removal and wood grinding related work both manually and/or with the use of the company’s fleet of equipment. Work is performed during early morning hours, during the day, and/or during the night. This position will report to the Field Operations Manager for the Wood Recycling department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Functions include but are not limited to the following. Must be able to move freely between tasks depending on workload, season, etc.

Operating Equipment

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform required pre shift equipment inspections and complete documentation.

• Perform daily greasing of equipment and check all fluid levels.

• Safely operate equipment to perform various activities including, but not limited to tree digging, windrowing, stockpiling, feeding horizontal grinders, feeding trommels, loading on-highway trucks.

• Ensure operation of equipment is within capabilities and limitations.

• Clean or replace engine air filters for equipment.

• Clean equipment of wood debris with use of air compressor

• Report equipment breakdowns, malfunctions, and repairs to management.

• Maintain a clean and safe job site.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, shall, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Consistent attendance and reliability

• Orally convey information to others

• Comprehend directions and safety communications verbal and written in English and/ or Spanish.

• Exhibit safety conscious behavior for self and others.

• Consistent and accurate quality and quantity of completed work.

• Ability to organize, plan, and set priorities with minimal supervision.

• Works well with team members and other staff to foster teamwork and contribute to the company culture.

• Understand and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Functional Skills (Hard skills/ job-specific)

• Safely operate all job-specific equipment

• Knowledge of the hazards and necessary safety precautions in general labor, preventive maintenance, and equipment operation

• Report any observable hazards or equipment issues.

• Organizes work, plans a path to the desired outcome and efficiently allocates time to complete work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 0-2 years’ experience in equipment operations or a related field.

LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Pay ranges DOE: $18.00/hr. - $21.00/hr.

Physical Demand(s)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently, or 75 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Physical exertion is moderate. Frequent moving and stationary position on uneven ground.

Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Field work under typical yearly Central Valley California climatic conditions- temperatures, dust, gas, fumes, noise, and sunlight. Frequently works near moving mechanical equipment and outside weather conditions including sun, rain, wind, etc. Frequently drives a company truck. Outside terrain includes walking on uneven ground, occasional soft sand, occasional muddy conditions. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.
Disclaimer
This job description is a summary of typical functions of the job, not a comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job responsibilities may differ and are subject to change from those outlined in the job description. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ‘at will” relationship.

Additional Information

Why chose Wonderful?

Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards arepart of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, FIJI Water, Wonderful Halos, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visitwww.wonderful.com , or follow us onFacebook ,Twitter andInstagram . To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visitwww.wonderful.com/csr .

• We nourish, naturally - We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious -- and best-tasting -- foods are those from nature.
• We play to win - Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
• We act differently - With courage and fearlessness, we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization, we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.

Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.