Operator, Heavy Equipment (Intermediate)

Renew Cannabis Co.; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision coverage

Wellness reimbursement $600 annually

401K match

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro in Channahon, IL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support mulch and soil production. The role involves operating heavy equipment, maintaining gear, and ensuring a steady material supply for production.

Starting pay is $24.50 per hour with weekly pay. 1+ year of equipment experience preferred; HS diploma or GED required. Benefits include health/dental/vision, wellness and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely (including trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers).
• Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by management and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dusty environment tolerance

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Climb in/out of equipment

Stamina for long sits

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

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. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $24.50 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 Channahon, IL 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 list a few cool ones)

• Offer extremely competitive benefits including: Health, Dental and Vision coverage.
• Fitness Club Reimbursement ($350)
• Nutrition reimbursement program (up to $200 per associate and per spouse)
• First day of hire, 401K match (up to 7.5%) and discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount).
• Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes employee resource groups: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and GroPride Network, Scotts Young Professionals.
• 13 SMG paid holiday days and generous vacation policy.

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
• To view all of our great benefits, click here!

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.

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