Heavy Equipment Operator - Composting & Wood Processing

Dakota Prairie Composting; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is seeking a part-time Heavy Equipment Operator for composting and wood processing. You will operate a front-end loader and skid-loader to move material, assist with loading trucks, and perform routine safety checks on equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid Class D license, and ability to operate heavy machinery. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00–5:00, with comprehensive benefits and teamwork-based work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with math proficiency.
• Experience operating front-end loaders and skid-loaders.
• Valid Class D driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software products.
• Ability to read and speak English; good teamwork and customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader or skid-loader to move, manipulate and load organic materials.
• Load trucks/trailers with a skid-loader or front-end loader; assist residential customers with compost/mulch products.
• Perform daily cleaning and inspections, ensuring safety devices are in good working order on heavy equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety inspections

English language

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is seeking a part-time Heavy Equipment Operator for composting and wood processing. You will operate a front-end loader and skid-loader to move material, assist with loading trucks, and perform routine safety checks on equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid Class D license, and ability to operate heavy machinery. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00–5:00, with comprehensive benefits and teamwork-based work environment.