Loader Operator

Job Overview for Equipment Operator:

We are seeking a reliable mechanically inclined Equipment Operator to join our mulch manufacturing team. This role is hands-on and ideal for someone who understands heavy equipment enjoys troubleshooting and takes pride in keeping operations running efficiently. Operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders (Volvo L90) excavators grinders and dye machines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders (Volvo L90) excavators grinders and dye machines
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent high-quality mulch output
• Perform routine maintenance inspections and basic repairs on equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and minimize downtime
• Load move and process raw materials safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures

Qualifications:

• Prior experience operating heavy equipment required
• Operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders (Volvo L90) excavators grinders and dye machines
• Strong mechanical aptitude (ability to diagnose and fix minor equipment issues)
• Experience in manufacturing landscaping materials or similar environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor setting in varying weather conditions
• Dependable hardworking and safety-focused
• Willingness to work a MondaySaturday schedule

Working Conditions

• Work performed in an outdoor setting environment in conditions like noise hot or cold temperatures
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required.
• Able to pass background and drug screening.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift and handle freight/materials up to 75 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to read write understand and communicate effectively in English to perform the essential job functions.
• Operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders (Volvo L90) excavators grinders and dye machines

The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $19.00 to $20.91 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including but not limited to the position being offered location education training and/or experience. SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits. Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs. Depending on the role associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs commissions car allowance or automobile and fuel program and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.

Job Location: Wirtz and Daughters Landscape Supply - White Marsh

6275 Days Cove Road White Marsh MD 21162

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc. including all its subsidiaries provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin sex gender age disability gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status uniform service veteran status marital status genetic information physical or mental disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal state and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221 or by email to: with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen as permitted by law.

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay discretionary bonuses 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan paid time off (vacation sick volunteer holidays birthday floating) medical/dental/vision flexible spending accounts company-paid life and short-term disability plus optional long-term disability and additional life insurance.

* Under Maryland law an employer may not require or demand as a condition of employment prospective employment or continued employment that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.00.