Horticulture Equipment Specialist: Heavy Machinery

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Horticulture team in Orlando, FL. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery (rough terrain forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, and aerial lifts) to perform landscape maintenance, plantings, and tree/palm installations.

You will rig materials safely, document inspections, and collaborate with departments to secure permits for projects.

Qualifications

• Heavy equipment operation experience required.
• Landscape maintenance experience required.
• Rigging for loading/unloading and installation.
• Tree and palm installation experience preferred.
• Documentation of inspections and project activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to support landscape tasks.
• Perform routine maintenance on landscaped areas using equipment and hand tools.
• Rig and move trees/palms; install and remove as needed.
• Document and record equipment inspections, labor, and project details.
• Coordinate with internal teams for permits and safety compliance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Landscape maintenance

Rigging

Tree planting/installations

Equipment inspection docs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA in Horticulture preferred

Tools

Rough Terrain Forklifts

Extended Forklift/Telehandlers

Front-end Loaders

Aerial Lifts

Job description

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Horticulture team in Orlando, FL. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery (rough terrain forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, and aerial lifts) to perform landscape maintenance, plantings, and tree/palm installations.

You will rig materials safely, document inspections, and collaborate with departments to secure permits for projects.