Equipment Operator Street Sweeper

Peloton Sweeping; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Peloton Sweeping in Fullerton, CA is seeking an equipment operator who thrives on hands-on work. You’ll start at the Fullerton yard, head to sites around Orange County and the Inland Empire, sweep HOA streets, and come home each night. Sundays are rare; overtime is available.

Trainers with decades of experience will get you on your own in a few weeks. You’ll be expected to read properties, follow efficient patterns, and take pride in leaving a site better than you found it.

Qualifications

• No formal sweeping experience required; on‑the‑job training provided.
• Must have a valid Class C driver's license with clean driving record.
• DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen required.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb in/out of trucks.
• Local Fullerton area resident or near enough (approx 20 min).

Responsibilities

• Sweep HOAs and streets across Orange County and Inland Empire.
• Read properties and lay down efficient sweep patterns.
• Operate gutter broom and manage water flow for dust control.
• Work safely around residents and avoid damage.
• Training provided; progress to independent operation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Autonomy

Safety-consciousness

Map/navigation proficiency

Tools

Google Maps

Waze

Smartphone

Job description

This isn't a driving job. It's an equipment operator job.

Our best operators often come from carpet cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, construction, public works, military equipment operation, and similar hands‑on trades.

What you'd actually be doing

You'd start your day at our Fullerton yard - start times vary depending on the route, sometimes as early as 4:00 AM. You'd drive to your first site, then spend most of the day sweeping HOAs, residential streets, and specialty sites across Orange County and the Inland Empire. You're home every night. We almost never work Sundays. (twice last year)

The work demands real skill: reading the property and laying down an efficient pattern, running the gutter broom against curbs and around cars & trees without damaging anything, managing water flow for dust control, working safely around residents. There's no autopilot. The operators who do this well take pride in leaving a site visibly better than they found it.

Our trainers have decades of experience and break training into simple steps. We can get you on your own in a few weeks. Like any new skill it feels awkward at first. Most operators become comfortable within a few weeks, but mastery takes time and experience.

The pay

• Paid Training (first 2–4 weeks): $23/hr
• Operator: $24–32/hr based on performance, not seniority. New operators typically reach $26/hr within their first six months as they prove out.

Overtime is available and frequent - Real earnings for committed operators are well above base rate.

Why our people stay

• We've never had a layoff. Sweeping is essential public service work - we didn't slow down through COVID, we don't slow down through recessions.
• We sweep full time and year‑round. (Rain can mess up schedules, but typically there is OT for the make‑up sweeps.)
• Family‑owned. No HR bureaucracy, no faceless dispatcher. You'll know the owner by name and he'll know yours.
• Quality equipment, well maintained. We invest in our trucks because we expect our operators to take care of them.
• Real autonomy once trained. Most of the day, it's just you and the work.
• Local routes. Home every night, no overnight runs, no weeks away from family.
• This position is more than a job. It is a career for the right person.

We'd especially encourage you to apply if you've done any of this:

• Military equipment operator The work translates almost directly and we hire vets whenever we can.
• Heavy equipment operator (any kind - backhoe, skid steer, forklift, dump truck)
• Construction trade work (concrete, asphalt, grading, paving)
• Carpet cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, or any trade where you ran a vehicle and managed equipment
• Trucking, logistics, or public works
• Mechanics – Any kind, this skill set and patience lend to easily understanding how the sweeper is working.
• There are people who simply drive equipment, and there are operators who master it. We're looking for the second group.

No prior sweeping experience needed. We'll train you on the equipment. What we can't teach is attention, work ethic, and pride in doing skilled work well.

Benefits

• Major medical
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Benefits package is flexible - we'll work with you on what matters most for your situation
• Frequent overtime opportunities

Requirements

• Class C driver's license or above, with a good driving record. Minor traffic violations may be acceptable; serious violations or a pattern of unsafe driving are not.
• No alcohol-related convictions in 10 years
• At least 23 years old (21 with military service or relevant training)
• Smartphone (we use phone apps for routing and timesheets)
• Comfortable with Google Maps / Waze
• Basic mechanical aptitude - you should be confident changing belts, oil, filters, tires, bulbs, and spark plugs
• Physical condition to climb in and out of the truck dozens of times daily and occasionally lift 50 lbs
• Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen
• Lives within ~20 minutes of Fullerton - long commutes plus our hours equals burnout, and we'd rather not set you up for that
• Available for variable schedules including weekends (almost never Sundays)

Important Note: We are finding that most interview requests sent through Indeed or other hiring sites are routed to spam. It is strongly suggested that you check your email spam folder daily during your employment search.

Background Check & Drug Testing Notice

Because our team performs work on K-8 school campuses and in residential communities, this position requires the ability to meet standards appropriate for working in and around school environments.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

In compliance with California's Fair Chance Act, any criminal history review will occur only after a conditional offer and will be evaluated on an individualized basis. A conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant. However, convictions that are directly related to working around school-aged children, public safety, or the safety-sensitive duties of this position may affect eligibility.

This position is considered safety-sensitive and requires pre-employment drug testing. Post-accident and reasonable-suspicion testing may also be required in accordance with company policy.

We are committed to fair consideration of qualified applicants and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply.