Heavy Equipment Operator — Grow with Great Benefits

Scotts Miracle-Gro; New Jersey; On-site; USD 2,184,000 - 2,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) company match

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Rochester, NY mulch and soil manufacturing facility. The role involves preparing organic mixes with heavy equipment, pushing or relocating piles, and ensuring a steady supply of material for production.

The ideal candidate will operate gear safely, maintain equipment, and perform additional duties as needed. The position offers benefits and aligns with the Scotts/Hawthorne pay progression, starting at $23.75 per hour and paid

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in dusty environments.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and sit/ climb as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely, including trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers, and other gear.
• Clean, maintain and secure equipment according to policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Loader/Bulldozer/Grader operation

Job description

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Rochester, NY mulch and soil manufacturing facility. The role involves preparing organic mixes with heavy equipment, pushing or relocating piles, and ensuring a steady supply of material for production.

The ideal candidate will operate gear safely, maintain equipment, and perform additional duties as needed. The position offers benefits and aligns with the Scotts/Hawthorne pay progression, starting at $23.75 per hour and paid