Grounds & Equipment Operator — Lead Worker

FirstService Residential; Poinciana (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Swimming pool access

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Florida seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of common grounds in Poinciana Villages. You will operate riding mowers, trucks, and power tools, assist with masonry and ground repair, lay sod, and train new staff.

A valid driver’s license, OSHA/EPA compliance, and multi‑language ability are valued assets. This full‑time role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, time off, and a 401k with company match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Must have experience using handheld tools such as weed cutter, push lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf vacuum, blower and others.
• Multiple language fluency is desirable.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines concerning storage and use of chemical substances.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Operates various types of automotive equipment, such as riding mowers, pick‑up trucks as well as trucks with attached trailers.
• Operates edgers, clippers, weed eaters, chain saws, concrete saw, blowers and other types of power equipment in the upkeep of grounds and basic construction duties.
• Assist in the performing of masonry and cement work in building and ground repair or construction: cuts and pipes; performs a variety of semi‑skilled painting, carpentry and manual work incidental to construction and maintenance activities.
• Performs manual work to include laying of sod, digging of trenches and removal of build up in culverts and along water ways.
• May be assigned as lead worker in specific areas. Assists the in the training of new employees.
• Inspects assigned equipment on a regular basis to insure proper working conditions.
• Prepares work orders as required.
• Maintains equipment as required including oiling and cleaning of equipment.
• May be assigned to other crews for short durations to assist in their areas or assigned to special projects.

Skills

Handheld tools experience

Valid driver’s license

OSHA/EPA guidelines

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FirstService Residential in Florida seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of common grounds in Poinciana Villages. You will operate riding mowers, trucks, and power tools, assist with masonry and ground repair, lay sod, and train new staff.

A valid driver’s license, OSHA/EPA compliance, and multi‑language ability are valued assets. This full‑time role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, time off, and a 401k with company match.