Equipment Operator

Return • Hayfield Township, MN

3d • $18 - $24

About The Position

The Equipment Operator is a critical position in Return's fertilizer and compost production operations. The role operates a variety of medium- to heavy-duty equipment and trucks used for fertilizer application, compost production, storage, management, and maintenance. The operator may also use hand and power tools to maintain Return equipment, facilities, and job sites.

Return describes itself as a leader in Good-for-the-Earth Growing Supplies, offering alternatives to synthetic growing products that encourage soil regeneration. The team works on regenerative growing solutions intended to support healthier food, people, and the planet.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40–50 hours per week, with paid overtime opportunities and potential weekend shifts. Pay is $18.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience. After 60 days of employment, employees are eligible for a company health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k), paid time off, and paid company holidays.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Two to four years of experience using medium and heavy equipment, including at least two years related to construction, agriculture, or fertilizer application.
• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record; must obtain a Minnesota license within 30 days of hire.
• Proficiency with iPhone or Android email, messaging, and navigation applications.

Nice To Haves

• CDL license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment of various sizes and weights to load, haul, and unload equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operate conveyors, skid steers, mowers, compost turners, tractors, floaters, trucks, and construction or power equipment, including mechanized brooms, grapples, dump trucks, snowplows, and front-end loaders, to maintain company property and equipment.
• Use welders, gas torches, chop saws, grinders, drills, drill presses, impact wrenches, presses, and other small equipment and tools to maintain equipment and operations.
• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, report defects or repairs to the supervisor, and clean equipment.
• Assist with installing and maintaining traffic control devices.
• Cut trees and brush and remove trees and weeds.
• Control traffic at work sites by flagging as required or assigned.
• Plow snow and repair driveways and roads.
• Perform tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Keep job sites clean by picking up tools and equipment and securing the site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Handle and store materials.
• Assist in training newer team members who perform maintenance and repair duties, as required or assigned.
• Perform duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures, ensure safety and incident reporting procedures are followed, and bring problems to the attention of a supervisor, manager, or HR manager.
• Perform other tasks assigned to support and improve overall team operations.

Benefits

• Company health benefits package, eligible after 60 days of employment, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Paid overtime opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED