With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Overnight Lead Parking Lot Sweeper (Non-CDL) - Full-Time
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Overnight Lead Parking Lot Sweeper (Non-CDL) - Full-Time
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Overnight Lead Parking Lot Sweeper (Non-CDL) - Full-Time
Rockford, MI · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Overnight Lead Parking Lot Sweeper (Non-CDL) - Full-Time
Rockford, MI · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
Oak Park, MI · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
Oak Park, MI · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full -Time
$25 - $35/hr
With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization ...
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$20 - $30/hr
Full-time, Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 28 days ago
Job description
Rate of Pay: $20.00-30.00 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-Time | Night Shift | Start Time: 8:00 PM (Schedule subject to change based on business needs)
Location: 550 Wolverine Street, Rockford, MI
Who we are:
Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) is the nation’s leading street sweeping company, operating in over 20 states and supporting more than 600 municipalities, counties, and government agencies. With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization, its people, processes, technology, and investments around providing uninterrupted, accountable, and results-driven services tailored to the needs of our clients. Our mission is to provide essential sweeping and environmental services that support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable communities.
Job Summary:
SCA is seeking a reliable and experienced Lead Parking Lot Operator to manage nightly route operations and operate an Air Sweeper Truck. This position is responsible for ensuring that all scheduled sweeping services are completed efficiently and to quality standards. The Lead Operator supports route execution, maintains safety procedures, and communicates effectively with team members to ensure a productive and well-coordinated shift. This role services a variety of customers, including new parking lots, municipalities, contractors, and road construction crews.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate an Air Sweeper Truck to clean parking lots and remove debris such as pavement fragments, millings, mud, and construction materials
- Conduct daily pre-trip inspections of the sweeper truck
- Perform minor mechanical and safety checks on the truck and equipment
- Wear proper PPE and enforce safety compliance
- Review route schedules and clarify any unclear instructions before the shift begins
- Drive and operate the sweeper truck safely and efficiently through all assigned stops
- Complete jobs within scheduled timeframes while maintaining quality
- Track completed tasks using company sweep validation procedures
- Exercise caution during inclement weather conditions
- Report mechanical issues, near misses, or accidents to the Supervisor immediately
- Refuel the vehicle at the end of the shift
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience
- Valid Chauffeur’s License required
- CDL A or B with current Medical Card preferred
- Must pass pre-employment screening and complete a DOT Physical (company-paid if needed)
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Exposure to noise, vibration, grease, oil, and other job site hazards
- Physically demanding work:
- Occasionally lift 50+ lbs., stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, and reach
- Frequently walk, stand, drive, and operate machinery for extended periods
- Good vision (close, distant, depth perception, and focus adjustment)
- Regular use of hands and arms to operate equipment and tools
- Use of hearing, eye, and other safety gear required
Benefits of Joining SCA:
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Voluntary benefits including short/long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental life insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Weekly pay every Friday (for hourly employees)
- On-Demand Pay via Ceridian Dayforce – access your earnings as you earn them
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