Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Waukee, Iowa

CD's Lawn Care LLC is looking for honest, hard-working, efficient, reliable, and fun crew members. If this sounds like you; we want you to be part of our team! We need snowplow drivers for the winter season. This position could lead to a full-time position within the company after the snow season is completed. The Snow Removal Operator participates in a team setting to safely and effectively clear snow and manage risk associated with snow/ice. Operators are expected to be available 24hrs/day, 7 days/week at any time a snow or ice event occurs on their sites. Overview of Responsibilities Respond promptly to calls for snow and ice events Conduct pre-shift inspections and maintenance on all vehicles and equipment Clear snow from customer sites from designated areas (marked on site maps) Pile snow in designated and approved locations only Operate vehicles and snowplow equipment in a safe, responsible and efficient manner following all recommended operating procedures Control ice accumulations at job sites with the safe and responsible use of de-icing agents (salt, treated salt, liquids or other deicing chemicals) Hand-shovel or hand-treat site areas as required (walkways, doorways, fire equipment, etc.) Always be available for communication during a shift and before/after shifts Accurately document site service records for each site including times, services performed, weather conditions etc. Submit paperwork and documentation promptly at the end of each shift Document and report any obstacles at site(s) Prepare and show up for shifts free from the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medicines that influence safe and productive equipment operation Perform basic maintenance and small repairs on vehicles and equipment as required Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment Comply with all company policies and procedures Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner Requirements Valid drivers' license and/or equipment operators' certificate(s) Safe driving record - able to submit a driver's abstract (infractions history) upon request Minimum 2 years of experience operating snowplows and/or snowplow equipment preferred Ability to read and interpret maps Documentation knowledge of driver logbook; pre-trip and post-trip inspections; maintenance and repair reports; and trip reports Physically fit with strong stamina Ability to follow safe working procedures Excellent observation skills and a strong attention to detail Good analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team Speak, read, and write English Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting Various locations including both residential and commercial sites Extremely flexible working hours, including nights, weekend, and holiday work Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Work safely near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis Work outdoors in various conditions including extreme cold, rain, dust, noise, and wet conditions Schedule During the fall and winter months, the schedule will be based solely on weather. At the start of Spring, our schedules will start to normalize into an 8-9-hour work day, Monday through Friday.

Experience Snow removal:

1 year (Preferred)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Experience:

Snow plowing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Waukee, IA 50263 (Required)

Work Location:

In person