Seasonal Aquatic Restoration Equipment Operator

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What do our Mechanical Specialists do?
The primary responsibility of the Mechanical Specialist (I) is to participate in mechanical application operations and aid in the maintenance and repair of equipment in a manner that meets company and client expectations and regulatory compliance. This team member fosters the SOLitude culture, values, and service performance standards.

Learn and conduct mechanical control applications

Observe and identify aquatic plant species

Aid in the mobilization and demobilization of equipment

Assist in the staging of environmental control measures per project and permit requirements

Operate SOLitude and rental machinery effectively – watercraft, aquatic weed harvester, hydro-rake, loader, etc.

Log all appropriate project-specific information in the mechanical log book – dates, management areas, material collected, number of loads, etc.

Provide the Project Coordinator with timely project progression updates

Aid in the training of new employees on operating and maintaining mechanical equipment in the field

Support the Mechanical Division with maintaining and repairing equipment in a group setting

Log all maintenance and repair work performed on mechanical machinery in the affiliated log book

Submit all company-authorized purchase receipts and work hours in an accurate, organized, and timely fashion

Travel and lodge at various locations, project-specific

What do you need?

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years of experience in the mechanical application field

Comfortable with on-water equipment applications

Mechanically inclined

Self‑motivated – able to work independently or with a group

Organized and detail‑oriented

Positive attitude

Trustworthy and reliable

Proficient at communicating

Open-minded to new ideas

Ability to travel as needed

Complete licensing and certification programs as necessary (OSHA 10, Hoisting, etc.)

Must possess a valid driver’s license from the state of residence

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The work requires strenuous physical exertion and the employee may be required to drive, stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time, as well as see, talk, hear, and use hands and arms to grasp, handle, reach, and feel.

Benefits

Competitive pay and performance incentives

Multiple avenues for career growth

Training and development programs available

Tuition reimbursement benefits (for full‑time colleagues)

Full‑time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1

Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plus much more

401(k) retirement plan with company‑matching contributions

Vacation days & sick days

Company‑paid holidays and floating holidays

A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?

We are a drug‑free workplace.

Rentokil is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.

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