Equipment Operator

Summary

Green Lawn Light Care Inc. is seeking a versatile and safety-focused Equipment Operator to join our team in West Lafayette, IN. We have positions available for both Full-time and Part-time schedules. In this role, you will operate a variety of mid-to-large-scale machinery to support landscape installations, site grading, material moving, and property maintenance. 

A valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record is mandatory for this position.

Pay Rate: $25 - $35/hour or "Competitive pay based on experience”

Core Responsibilities

• Landscape Construction & Grading: Safely operate skid steers, miscellaneous small engine equipment, mini excavators, and small to large wheel loaders for grading, trenching, moving bulk materials (soil, mulch, stone), and prepping sites for turf or hardscaping.
• Grade & Elevation Control: Set up and run a transit level (or laser level) to establish proper elevations, slopes, and heights before and during excavation or grading work.
• Logistics & Hauling: Safely load, chain down, and transport machinery, green waste, and bulk materials to and from job sites using company trucks and various trailer configurations.
• Fleet Maintenance & Organization: Conduct daily pre- and post-trip safety inspections. Check fluid levels, grease pivot points, and clear debris from tracks/tires. Responsibly clean, wash, and organize company trucks, trailers, and associated heavy tools at the end of each day.
• Property Respect & Safety: Navigate tight residential and commercial properties carefully, avoiding damage to turf, irrigation systems, utility lines, trees, and curbs (especially when hidden under snow).
• Crew Collaboration: Assist ground crews when necessary and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members using hand signals or radios.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (Not necessarily a Seasonal Position)
• Schedule:
• • 8-hour shifts (May vary due to weather conditions)
  • Day shift (May vary due to weather conditions)
• Work Location: On-Site (West Lafayette, IN)

• Communication: Must be able to speak, read, and understand English fluently to effectively interpret safety instructions, maps, and communicate via two-way radio with dispatch. 
• License: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record to operate company vehicles and haul trailers.
• Technical Skill: Proven ability to properly set up and read a transit level to ensure grading accuracy and proper water drainage.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience operating skid steers, wheel loaders, or mini excavators, preferably in a landscaping, civil, or agricultural setting.
• Towing Experience: Proven experience safely driving, maneuvering, and backing up trucks with loaded trailers.
• Reliability & Order: A flexible schedule with the absolute reliability to respond to on-call shifts on short notice. A strong commitment to keeping the workspace, company trucks, and equipment organized and accounted for. 
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work long hours outdoors in changing weather (extreme heat, rain, mud, and freezing winter conditions).

Full-Time Employees Only

• Insurance Stipend: Receive a regular stipend added to each paycheck for your health insurance costs. (Starting after 2 months of employment)
• Retirement Planning: Access to a company 401(k) retirement plan. (Starting after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned paid vacation and time off to help maintain your work-life balance. (After Introductory period)
• Flex Time Off (FTO): A standalone time-off benefit designed to give you daily scheduling agility. Use it to handle life's unexpected tasks, appointments, or personal errands without dipping into your vacation balance. (After Introductory period)
• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy adaptable scheduling options tailored around seasonal workloads and individual availability.