Equipment Operator

Who We Are Looking For:

We're seeking skilled individuals to join our team for the winter and spring seasons. If you have a background in farming, landscaping, or operating heavy machinery, this is a great opportunity to put your experience to work. You'll get hands-on experience with unique equipment while earning competitive pay in a fast-paced environment. The right candidate will have a proven ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical issues, perform maintenance in the field, and keep equipment operational in challenging conditions.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be results-oriented, capable of meeting daily acreage goals, and possess strong communication skills to coordinate with team leads. Working outdoors in remote locations, such as in the Antelope Island area. Additionally, winter weather conditions are a key part of this role. Candidates with certifications such as CDL-A or relevant heavy equipment licenses are a plus.

Interested? Apply here.

What You'll Do:

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play a critical role in managing invasive vegetation using specialized machinery. Here's what the job entails:

• Operate a Marsh Master Tractor Machine (similar to a skid steer) to trample and mow Phragmites, an invasive reed grass, restoring the natural landscape.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the equipment is safe, operational, and ready for the job.
• Perform basic field maintenance on machinery to minimize and prevent downtime and keep operations running smoothly.
• Work toward specific acreage requirements during each shift, ensuring timelines and daily production goals are being met.
• Work outdoors in winter conditions, completing tasks independently after receiving training.
• Follow simple instructions and use GPS tools to map and manage treatment areas.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections after each trip, ensuring equipment reliability.
• Report to your team lead.

This position will start on 02/09/2026 (estimated) for training, and the season will last until 05/01/2026 (estimated). Candidates who have performed well may be given the option to continue working in different environmental departments.

Pay: We recognize skill and experience: our heavy equipment operators earn $27-$35/hr, above market average and competitive across mining, construction, and oil & gas.

Hours: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts per week. Shifts are Monday-Wednesday or Thursday-Saturday, with the following options: 3:00 AM-3:00 PM or 3:00 PM-3:00 AM.

Requirements:

• Minimum age of 21 years old
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications:

• 5 to 10 years of previous experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Mechanical proficiencies in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Must possess a valid driver's license (CDL-A is a plus).
• Must be comfortable working in winter conditions.
• Strong work ethic.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Ability to handle physical workload.

What We Offer:

• Bi-weekly pay
• Four-day weekends
• We recognize skill and experience: our heavy equipment operators earn $27-$35/hr, above market average and competitive across mining, construction, and oil & gas

Who We Are:

PMG Vegetation Control specializes in large-scale vegetation management for businesses across various sectors. PMG has earned a reputation for reliability by recommending and implementing the best solutions for our clients. We have deep professional expertise thanks to years of experience and a firm grasp of the constantly changing environmental regulations our clients face. Our two decades of experience provide our clients with the protection, peace of mind, and predictability they need.

PMG Vegetation is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. As a condition of employment, you will be required to successfully complete and pass both a background check and a drug screening before beginning work.

• Background Check: All candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo and pass a background check in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and driving records where applicable.
• Drug Screening: Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory and must be passed before employment begins. Testing may include screening for federally controlled substances, including but not limited to marijuana, even in states where its use is legal.

PMG Vegetation strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Failure to pass the required background check or drug screening will result in disqualification from employment.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to these pre-employment requirements. If you have any questions, please contact us for more details.