Heavy Equipment Operator

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Town of Bergen (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

401(k) company match

Stock purchase option

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Rochester, NY mulch and soil manufacturing facility. The role starts at $23.75 per hour and is paid weekly, with pay considerations based on skills and location.

The operator will prepare organic mixes using heavy equipment, move stockpiles, monitor heap heat, and support production with a steady material flow. Safety, weather adaptability, and physical ability to lift 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year(s) of experience using medium/heavy equipment.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty environment and in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely (loaders, trucks, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers, etc.).
• Clean, maintain, and secure equipment per guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Front-end loader

Dozer

Grader

Compactor

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job.

This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $23.75 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

We're looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Rochester, NY mulch and soil manufacturing facility.

The Heavy Equipment Operator prepares organic mixes using a heavy equipment loader, pushes or relocates piles to ensure segregation of materials. Supplies production with a continuous supply of material. Monitors the stock piles for excessive heat, turns stockpiles, extinguishes small fires and ensures the proper amount of water is used to prepare the stockpile for production use.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers and other pieces of equipment.
• Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by management and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty environment.
• Ability to work in all weather elements, including heat and cold.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to climb in and out of equipment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
• Qualifications for the position
• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family

Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity