Equipment Operator (Event & Ground Protection)

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.•Jessup, MD

20d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Sunbelt Rentals is hiring a hands-on Equipment Operator / Field Associate for its Ground Protection team in Jessup, Maryland. The role supports the setup and removal of heavy-access roads and event flooring on project sites across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Operators use heavy equipment to move, load, unload, and install protective matting systems in the yard and at job sites, working closely with a crew and foreman. The position includes travel to local and out-of-town sites, overnight travel, and weekend work when major jobs require it. Work takes place outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions. The company describes its safety-focused culture, stable hours, inclusive workplace, equipment fleet, and on-the-job training for eligible employees. Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Base pay is $18.05–$24.81; starting pay may vary based on position, location, education, training, and experience. Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, with benefits eligibility beginning on the first of the month following 30 days from the start date. Paid time off includes 12–25 vacation days depending on service, five sick days, six holidays, two half-day holidays, two floating holidays, one inclusion day, and one volunteer day.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience or training with mechanical equipment or industrial machinery, or a solid background in manual labor or field services.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to bend, crouch, and regularly lift 25 or more pounds.
Comfort using basic Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook.
Ability to travel out of town for extended periods, including overnight, and work weekends when major jobs require it.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating skid steers, track loaders, or similar heavy yard equipment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate skid steers, wheel loaders, and forklifts to move, load, unload, and position ground mats in the yard and at job sites.
Work with a crew and foreman to install and remove heavy-access roads.
Serve as a ground spotter during equipment loading.
Perform daily pre-operation maintenance checks on tools and machinery.
Visually inspect returned equipment for damage.
Travel to local and out-of-town job sites and adapt to different terrain and outdoor environments.