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Heavy Equipment Operator | Full Benefits | Daily Pay | Career Growth Opportunities
Looking for steady work with a company that values safety, teamwork, and the impact of what you do every day?
McGill Environmental Systems is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator for our facility in Delray Beach, FL. If you have experience operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, backhoes, or similar equipment and take pride in doing the job right, we'd like to hear from you.
What You Get
Competitive Pay
Daily Pay Option
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Advancement Opportunities
Ongoing Training and Development
Stable, Year-Round Work
The Role
As a Heavy Equipment Operator at McGill, you'll play a vital role in turning organic waste into high-quality compost, mulch, and soil products that help restore soils and support a cleaner, healthier environment.
You'll operate and maintain heavy equipment while safely moving, blending, screening, and processing organic materials. This is hands-on work where safety, attention to detail, and reliability are essential to keeping operations running efficiently.
Every load you move contributes directly to creating a valuable product that supports agriculture, landscaping, and environmental sustainability.
What You'll Do
Safely operate Front-End Loaders, Excavators, Skid Steers, Backhoes, Grinders, Screeners, and other heavy equipment
Load, transport, blend, and process organic materials
Perform screening operations and material blending activities
Conduct daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance checks
Identify and report equipment issues promptly
Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and PPE requirements
Maintain quality production standards
Work independently while supporting overall site operations
Participate in safety meetings and training programs
Why Join McGill?
At McGill, we don't just move material-we create products that help rebuild soils, support agriculture, and improve the environment.
For more than 30 years, McGill has been transforming biodegradable materials into high-quality compost products that benefit communities throughout the region.
You'll join a team where:
Safety always comes first
Hard work is respected
Team members support one another
Reliability and accountability matter
Employees have opportunities to grow and advance
The work you do here has a direct and visible impact on the environment.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
Experience operating Front-End Loaders, Excavators, Skid Steers, Backhoes, or similar heavy equipment
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
Ability to work outdoors and in non-climate-controlled conditions
Reliable transportation to the Delray Beach facility
Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb throughout the workday
Ability to work on uneven terrain and outdoor surfaces
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb in and out of equipment throughout the shift
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver materials and equipment as needed
Ability to work around noise, dust, dirt, mud, odors, and moving equipment
Ability to wear required PPE and respiratory protection when necessary
What Makes Someone Successful at McGill?
Our best operators are people who:
Show up on time and ready to work
Take pride in operating equipment safely and efficiently
Pay attention to detail
Treat equipment with care and respect
Take ownership of their responsibilities
Work well independently and as part of a team
Look for opportunities to learn and improve
Maintain a strong commitment to safety
If you're looking for stable work, a great team, and a company where your efforts make a real difference, you'll fit right in at McGill.
About McGill Environmental Systems
For over 30 years, McGill Environmental Systems has been a leader in compost manufacturing, transforming biodegradable materials into high-quality compost, mulch, and soil products that help build healthier soils and more sustainable communities.
Driven by our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Accountability, and Collaboration, we are committed to creating a safe, rewarding, and growth-focused workplace where employees can build long-term careers.
Apply Today
Ready for steady work, excellent benefits, and a company with a purpose?
Apply today and join the team that's turning waste into something valuable.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The McGill Environmental Systems Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Pay Range: $18 - $19 per hour