Remote-Control Equipment Operator

This role performs maintenance on the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center grounds and requires passing a strict background check for facility access.

About the role

The Remote-Control Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of remote-controlled mowing equipment used to maintain steep slopes, hazardous terrain, retention ponds, rights-of-way, and other areas where conventional mowing equipment is unsafe or impractical. This position improves employee safety while delivering high-quality landscape maintenance services.

Core values:

• Culture of Safety – Safety is always job #1
• A Growing Tradition: Plants, Personally, Financially and Professionally
• Employee Owned – Personal Pride in Success with an Owners Mentality
• Exceptional Customer Experience – Delighting our Clients with our Products and Services
• Good Neighbors – Community Pride – Sharing our Success
• Respectability – Treating Others as we want to be treated

Responsibilities

• Remote Control Mower Operation
  • Safely operate remote-controlled mowing equipment in a variety of terrain and site conditions.
  • Maintain designated mowing areas according to company quality standards and client specifications.
  • Evaluate each job site for hazards before beginning work.
  • Adjust mowing techniques based on terrain, vegetation, weather, and site conditions.
• Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
  • Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of RC mowing equipment and trailers.
  • Perform routine maintenance including cleaning, lubrication, blade inspection, track inspection, and fluid checks.
  • Identify equipment issues and promptly report repair needs.
  • Maintain equipment in a clean, safe, and professional operating condition.
  • Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
  • Wear required PPE at all times.
  • Report accidents, near misses, equipment damage, or safety concerns promptly.
  • Safely load, secure, transport, and unload equipment between job sites.
  • Set up work zones using appropriate traffic control and safety devices when required.
• Additional Duties
  • Communicate with supervisors regarding daily progress, site conditions, and scheduling needs.
  • Represent the company professionally while interacting with customers and the public.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Skills/Abilities
  • Familiar with technology and its use in the field
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition
  • Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic equipment maintenance
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Ability to tow and maneuver trailers preferred
• Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time on uneven ground
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Pay

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour