Heavy Equipment Operator

• If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!
• We are looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team in Jackson, GA! 1st and 2nd shift available!

About Scottsmiraclegro

• Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day.
• Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace.
• Below are details on an open job.

Responsibilities

• The Heavy Equipment Operator prepares organic mixes using a heavy equipment loader, pushes or relocates piles to ensure segregation of materials.
• Supplies production with a continuous supply of material.
• Monitors the stock piles for excessive heat, turns stockpiles, extinguishes small fires and ensures the proper amount of water is used to prepare the stockpile for production use.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers and other pieces of equipment.
• Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by management and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty environment.
• Ability to work in all weather elements, including heat and cold.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to climb in and out of equipment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.

Pay

• This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale and typically starts at $25.25 per hour and is paid weekly.
• Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Benefits

• What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones): Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
• To view all of our great benefits, click here ! * Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.
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