Skid Steer Operator

Landscape Design Concepts; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Landscape Design Concepts is seeking experienced Skid Steer Operators for our commercial snow and ice management teams in New Jersey. This on-site, part-time/seasonal role requires availability 24/7 during the winter season, with shifts varying by storm duration and site needs.

Operators must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in demanding weather conditions. Pay is hourly, with a 4-hour minimum guaranteed and standard payment within 14 days of shift completion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating snow removal or similar equipment.
• Equipment experience appropriate to the position you're applying for.
• Valid driver’s license, Preferred but not required for this position
• Reliable transportation to your assigned job site

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned snow removal equipment at commercial sites or assigned properties.
• Clear parking lots, roadways, driveways, entrances, ramps, and other designated service areas.
• Perform basic equipment inspections before, during and after snow events; check fluids and fuel.
• Maintain communication with your Site Supervisor and/or other LDC Staff.
• Complete assigned work safely and efficiently following company procedures.

Skills

Skid Steer

Equipment Operation

Job description

Landscape Design Concepts, a large family owned Commercial Landscape and Snow Removal Company in business for 30 years is hiring experienced equipment operators to support our commercial snow and ice management operations.

We’re looking for qualified Skid Steer Operators for large commercial sites we service, these positions are direct report and operators will remain on site during snow events.

The nature of the work will require operators to be available and on call 24/7 for snow/ice events that may occur at various times of the day, night, weekends, and holidays for the entire winter season, we do offer flexibility in some cases and will work with personal schedules when possible.

Currently this is a Part Time/Seasonal Position, Applicants must be able to work for extended periods of time in extreme winter conditions, be able to lift 50lbs and perform continuous physical tasks if needed. Work shifts will vary depending on storm duration, types of weather and site needs.

Pay will be hourly and snow employees are paid within 14 days of work shift completed.

• Skid Steer Operator — $25-$40 per hour based on Experience- Applicant will be required to demonstrate proper equipment use and operation at time of interview. Preferred Experience as follows:
  • Equipment Operator: 3 years
  • Commercial Snow Removal: 3 years

• Competitive hourly rates based on position, equipment experience, and assignment
• Minimum 4-hour guaranteed pay
• Work close to home whenever possible
• Professionally maintained snow removal equipment
• Professional dispatch and field support

Expectations

• Operate assigned snow removal equipment at commercial sites or assigned properties.
• Clear parking lots, roadways, driveways, entrances, ramps, and other designated service areas based on your assignment and site specific needs.
• Perform basic equipment inspections before, during and after snow events, at times you may be required to interchange machine attachments based on assignment when required, checking/maintaining fluids and fuel during work times, loading salt into salt trucks.
• Maintain communication with your Site Supervisor and/or other LDC Staff.
• Complete assigned work safely and efficiently while following company procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience operating snow removal or similar equipment.
• Equipment experience appropriate to the position you're applying for.
• Valid driver’s license, Preferred but not required for this position
• Reliable transportation to your assigned job site
• Smartphone for communication and mobile app reporting.
• Safety-minded, dependable, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Locations:

Most times operators will direct report to same site, there may be opportunities to travel to other sites as well if needed.