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Sod Farm FIRE FLY Equipment Operator (Harvester)
Loving Punta Gorda, FL
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Full Time | Securities 9 Months Ago
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Loving is Hiring a Sod Farm FIRE FLY Equipment Operator (Harvester) Near Punta Gorda, FL

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Company Profile

LOVING is a proud leader in the landscape, hardscape, and sod space. We serve both residential and commercial clients throughout the Southeastern United States. Additionally, our purpose extends beyond the products and services we provide through intentional partnerships supporting the communities we occupy.

We recognize that our TEAMS are the key to our success, and we work hard to honor every employee through competitive pay and benefits, professional development, healthy work-life balance, flexible work schedules and paid time off. 

Join the best TEAM on the planet and work for one of the most innovative companies in the Green Industry today! Learn more at theLOVINGcompanies.com. 

Job Summary

The Fire Fly Equipment Operator safely operates mowers, harvesters, planters, tractors and/or forklifts as needed on a daily basis. Equipment Operators are responsible for ensuring equipment is washed, filled with fuel and any assist with necessary maintenance completed/reported daily.

Position Responsibilities

  • Safely operate assigned farm machinery on a daily basis.
  • Report safety issues and concerns to management in a timely manner.
  • Must maintain a neat and clean working area regardless of location/machine.
  • Responsible for general maintenance such as greasing, changing blades, checking chain tensions, checking tire pressures, checking for worn bearings, checking fluid levels etc.
  • Thoroughly clean/wash machines as needed to prevent cross contamination.
  • Keeps the yard neat, clean and orderly and free of debris allowing for safe operation of equipment.
  • Performs day to day operations around the farm using a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, machetes, weed eater, etc.
  • Carefully and properly flag pallets and big rolls as directed.
  • Must maintain a neat and clean working area.
  • Harvest specific locations as directed by Farm Management.

Position Requirements:

  • Previous experience as Farm Equipment Operator preferred.
  • Basic knowledge and familiarity in the use of electronic equipment (iPad/tablet and order fulfillment computer programs
  • Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.
  • Ability to discern what issues need to be brought to upper management.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to include, but not limited to, early AM/PM, nights and weekends and hours that could fluctuate day-to-day.
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must demonstrate ability to be a team player and build positive working relationships with others
  • Ability to lift, push, pull heavy materials (50 1bs) frequently.
  • Additional pay available commensurate with education/experience.

Compensation:

  • Highly competitive pay

Position Benefits:

  • Major Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance - Dependents can be included 
  • 401K with Company Match 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Holiday Pay 
  • Short Term Disability - 100% paid by LOVING 
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - 100% paid by LOVING 
  • Bonus Program - if applicable 
  • Employee Recognition Program 

Schedule:

  • Sunday to Thursday 
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Farm machinery: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Farming: 1 year (Preferred)

Disclaimer

The noted responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list as additional duties may be required as determined by the applicable department leader.

EEO/M/F/D/V

This company participates in E-Verify where applicable.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

  • Perform physical activity such as lifting, stooping, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, crouching, and reaching
  • Perform light to very heavy work exerting from 20 pounds of force to 100 pounds of force to move objects
  • Subject to outdoor inclement weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind)
  • Subject to periods of loud noise levels
  • Subject to hazards including machinery such as mowers, tractors, bobcats, chain saws, electric clippers, etc.
  • Subject to climbing
  • Subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation
  • May be subject to use of a mask/respirator
  • Subject to repetitive motions

Education/Experience

Graduate from a standard high school or GED program with suitable work experience in the operation of automated harvest systems.

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Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Securities

SALARY

$29k-37k (estimate)

POST DATE

08/06/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/10/2024

HEADQUARTERS

MOUNT JACKSON, VA

SIZE

25 - 50

FOUNDED

2010

CEO

LORA LOVING

REVENUE

$5M - $10M

INDUSTRY

Securities

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