Travel Skid Steer Operator - Full-Time

Sweeping Corporation of America•Irondale, AL

6d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) is the nation's leading street sweeping company, operating in over 20 states and supporting more than 600 municipalities, counties, and government agencies. With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization, its people, processes, technology, and investments around providing uninterrupted, accountable, and results-driven services tailored to the needs of our clients. Our mission is to provide essential sweeping and environmental services that support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable communities. As our next Skid Steer Operator, you'll play a vital role in supporting our operations by safely operating skid steer equipment to move, load, and manage materials on a variety of job sites. Your work helps keep projects running efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. Whether you're grading, loading debris, or preparing worksites, your attention to detail and commitment to safe operations directly contribute to cleaner, safer communities.

Requirements

High School or GED
1 year of skid steer experience is preferred
Driver’s License
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must maintain an acceptable driving record and successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check, background check, DOT physical, and drug screening in accordance with Company policy and applicable law.
Safety & Compliance Focus: Ability to follow safety procedures, conduct inspections, operate equipment responsibly, and comply with all traffic, site, and regulatory requirements.
Operational Execution & Reliability: Strong ability to plan routes, complete work efficiently and accurately, adapt to changing conditions, and maintain consistent, dependable attendance.
Communication & Issue Reporting: Effectively communicate with supervisors and teammates, represent the Company professionally, and promptly report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns.
Frequent sitting and walking/standing; occasional bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling; limited stair climbing and crawling; ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs at varying heights, including overhead.
Continuous reading, screen use, mental focus, and hand-eye coordination throughout the workday.
Operation of specialized equipment (e.g., mechanical broom sweeper) and use of hand controls, foot controls, and fine motor skills.
Required use of appropriate PPE, including high-visibility apparel, eye, ear, hand, foot, head, lung, and skin protection.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment in accordance with company standards.
Ensure all safety features are operational before beginning route.
Review assigned routes thoroughly prior to departure.
Be proactive in asking clarifying questions if the route or expectations are unclear.
Complete assigned jobs within the allotted timeframe while maintaining expected quality and attention to detail.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently at all times, following all traffic laws, company safety procedures, and site-specific protocols.
Exercise additional caution during inclement weather or challenging site conditions.
Handles materials safely and securely; Applies correct procedures for material types and disposal sites.
Immediately report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns and accurately complete required logs and paperwork.
Maintain a professional attitude and appearance while representing the company on job sites or in public areas.
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients when needed.
Accurately completes required logs, manifests, and forms.
Responds appropriately to changes and challenges; identifies and solves issues timely.