Heavy Equipment Operator

About This Role

This night-shift post involves safely and efficiently removing snow throughout the winter season by operating snowplows and other heavy equipment to clear designated areas. The role suits an operator who is prepared to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Remove snow using a snowplow and heavy equipment for extended periods, depending on the amount of snowfall
• Be available and prepared to report to work each time it snows, either to a central location or directly to the jobsite
• Deposit removed snow in appropriate locations, avoiding obstruction of trees, shrubs, fire hydrants, and sidewalks
• Identify and report any concerns or incidents to the direct supervisor
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation by completing job sheets immediately following each snow removal operation
• Be aware of safety issues or concerns and report them to the appropriate supervisor
• Perform additional related tasks assigned by supervisor or manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License and the ability to drive to a variety of work locations in assigned territory
• Reliable transportation to and from any work site
• Prior experience operating snowplow equipment
• Participate in routine maintenance of equipment
• Experience working efficiently in a production-driven / fast paced environment
• Ability to safely operate equipment
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers)
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur

Benefits

• Health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Ancillary and voluntary products
• 401k savings plan with employer contributions
• 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year
• Paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave (may be eligible)
• Tuition reimbursement (may be eligible)
• Potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance (may be eligible)

Important Details

• Schedule: flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed; overnight in the winter months

About the Company

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.