Skid Steer Operator at Merit Professional Gainesville, TX

Merit Professional; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merit Professional Services is seeking a dependable Skid Steer Operator in Gainesville, TX to operate skid steer equipment on various job sites, assist with trenching, grading, digging, and material movement to support project timelines.

We offer full-time employment with competitive pay based on experience, plus health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for advancement within a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience operating a skid steer (construction or industrial environment preferred).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pull a trailer loaded with the skid steer and material.
• Ability to read site plans and follow directions accurately.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Team-oriented attitude with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Load, unload, and transport materials around job sites.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report any mechanical issues.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and team members to ensure project goals are met.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Skid steer operation

Trailer towing

Site plan reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Job description

Skid Steer Operator job at Merit Professional. Gainesville, TX.

Job Title: Skid Steer Operator
Location: Gainesville, TX
Company: Merit Professional Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience, with benefits ($20.00 - $25.00 per Hr)

About Merit Professional Services:
At Merit Professional Services, we are dedicated to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to our clients across the construction industry in the DFW metroplex. We are committed to safety, excellence, and building a strong team culture. As we grow, we’re looking for skilled operators to join our workforce and contribute to our continued success.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and experienced Skid Steer Operator to safely and efficiently operate skid steer equipment on various job sites. This role is critical to our operations and involves trenching, minor grading, digging, relocating rock, and moving materials to support project timelines and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate skid steer equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Load, unload, and transport materials around job sites.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report any mechanical issues.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and team members to ensure project goals are met.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience operating a skid steer (construction or industrial environment preferred).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pull a trailer loaded with the skid steer and material.
• Ability to read site plans and follow directions accurately.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Team-oriented attitude with a focus on safety.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.

About Merit Professional:

Merit Professional Services is a Environmental Consulting company located in Flower Mound, TX. We design and implement stormwater compliance programs for construction and industrial projects. We were founded in 2008 by Clint Vinson and Josh Phillips. Today, we design over 30 new stormwater pollution prevention plans each month, and conduct over 550 compliance inspections each week. As a team we constantly strive to service our customers excellently, treat each other with honesty and fairness, explore our internal issues and design their solutions, and innovate our approach so that we can give our customers the best stormwater program in the industry.