Equipment Operator - Regenerative Fertilizer & Compost

Return; Kasson (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Return is seeking an Equipment Operator to support fertilizer and compost production. You will operate diverse machinery, perform routine maintenance, and assist with site safety and traffic control.

The role includes heavy lifting, outdoor work, and potential overtime, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of relevant equipment experience; a Minnesota driver’s license is required, CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two to four years of experience with medium/heavy equipment, preferably in construction, agricultural or fertilizer application.
• Valid Minnesota Driver’s License; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment used in loading, hauling and unloading materials.
• Maintains and repairs equipment and facilities; performs routine inspections.
• Assists in traffic control and site safety; helps with snow plowing and road/driveway maintenance.
• Loads/unloads materials, handles tools, and keeps work areas clean and safe.
• Trains lower-level staff on maintenance tasks as needed.

Job description

Return is seeking an Equipment Operator to support fertilizer and compost production. You will operate diverse machinery, perform routine maintenance, and assist with site safety and traffic control.

The role includes heavy lifting, outdoor work, and potential overtime, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of relevant equipment experience; a Minnesota driver’s license is required, CDL preferred.