Operator Grinder Support

CERES • Sarasota, FL

1d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Grinder Support Operator plays a critical role in supporting grinding and debris processing operations during disaster recovery and environmental projects. This temporary project assignment in Mobile, Alabama, is part of Ceres' storm recovery efforts and requires a dependable, safety-focused individual who can help maintain safe, efficient, and continuous grinding operations. Working closely with equipment operators, site supervisors, and logistics teams, the Grinder Support Operator helps prepare and process debris, maintain safe work areas, identify potential hazards, and support overall site productivity. This position does not typically supervise other employees but is essential to keeping daily operations running safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in construction, forestry, debris management, or heavy equipment support.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and in active industrial or disaster recovery environments.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, operational instructions, and supervisor direction.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, carrying, bending, and working on uneven terrain.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and situational awareness.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and tolerate a physically demanding work environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including extended shifts and weekends, based on project needs.
• Ability to travel or report to the temporary project assignment in Mobile, Alabama, as required.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery, moving equipment, vehicles, and active grinding operations.
• Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral awareness, and depth perception to support safe equipment operations.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, hearing protection, protective eyewear, gloves, and steel-toed boots.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and environments with noise, dust, heat, humidity, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to remain alert and follow established safety standards and protocols throughout the workday.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting grinding, chipping, land clearing, or debris processing operations.
• Familiarity with debris management, construction, or disaster recovery projects.
• OSHA 10 or similar safety certifications.
• Experience operating light equipment, such as skid steers or loaders.

Responsibilities

• Support grinding operations by staging, sorting, and feeding debris materials to grinding equipment.
• Assist equipment operators to maintain a continuous workflow and minimize operational downtime.
• Inspect incoming materials and remove contaminants or prohibited items before processing, when safe to do so.
• Maintain safe work zones around grinding equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Perform routine site cleanup, remove debris buildup, and maintain organized work areas.
• Communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and team members to coordinate daily activities.
• Conduct basic equipment checks and promptly report maintenance issues, equipment damage, and safety concerns.
• Follow environmental regulations, company safety standards, and site-specific operating requirements.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials and equipment as needed.
• Support the mobilization and demobilization of grinding operations at project sites.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support storm recovery and project operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and travel opportunities, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
• Per diem and lodging provided when traveling, as applicable to the assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed