Heavy Equipment Operator

Living Earth•Pineland,,,,,,,,, TX

18d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Living Earth, a producer of premium soil blends and mulch in Texas and Tennessee, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for its Pineland, Texas work site. The successful candidate will operate and minimally maintain heavy equipment, including front-end loaders and excavators, and perform related duties while following operating safety policies and procedures. The position is Monday through Friday, with Saturday hours as needed. Compensation is $16.00–$19.00 per hour, with semi-annual discretionary bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a flexible spending account; an employer-matched 401(k); and paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time. Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required. Living Earth is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

At least one year of front-end loader operation experience.
At least one year of excavator operation experience.
Strong customer-service orientation and willingness to go above and beyond for customers.
Strong communication skills, especially verbal communication.
A can-do attitude and willingness to work in all types of weather conditions.
Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, excavators, grinders, and screeners, in compliance with operating safety policies and procedures.
Load mulch, soil, compost, sand, and gravel into trucks and customer vehicles.
Maintain, clean, and safely store Living Earth equipment and materials.
Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment procedures according to standard operating procedures.
Complete paperwork, reports, and other documentation in a timely manner.
Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance.