Equipment Operator

at  FirstService Residential

JOB OVERVIEW:

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the common grounds of Poinciana Villages.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Must have experience using handheld tools such as weed cutter, push lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf vacuum, blower and others.
• Multiple language fluency is desirable.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines concerning storage and use of chemical substances.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 100 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3ft)
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain)
• Walk and climb stairs
• Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment
• Reach with hands and arms
• Ability to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers.

COMPENSATION: $14.00 HOURLY

Disclaimer:
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Operates various types of automotive equipment, such as riding mowers, pick‑up trucks as well as trucks with attached trailers.
• Operates edgers, clippers, weed eaters, chain saws, concrete saw, blowers and other types of power equipment in the upkeep of grounds and basic construction duties.
• Assist in the performing of masonry and cement work in building and ground repair or construction: cuts and pipes; performs a variety of semi‑skilled painting, carpentry and manual work incidental to construction and maintenance activities.
• Performs manual work to include laying of sod, digging of trenches and removal of build up in culverts and along water ways.
• May be assigned as lead worker in specific areas. Assists the in the training of new employees.
• Inspects assigned equipment on a regular basis to insure proper working conditions.
• Prepares work orders as required.
• Maintains equipment as required including oiling and cleaning of equipment.
• May be assigned to other crews for short durations to assist in their areas or assigned to special projects.