Aquatic Equipment Operator
Richmond, VA  / Norfolk, VA  / Charlotte, NC 
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Aquatic Mechanical Specialist Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! Are you independent, resourceful, and mechanically included? Do you love working outdoors? Want to build your career in an exciting industry and a growing world class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends! Who are we? SOLitude Lake Management - a proud member of the Rentokil family of companies - provides aquatic management services to lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and wetlands. SOLitude offers a wide variety of services including fishery programs, algae and aquatic weed control, mechanical harvesting/hydro-raking, installation/maintenance of fountains and aeration systems, and water quality testing. Responsibilities 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/repair of equipment in a manner that meets company/client expectations and regulatory compliance. This team member fosters the SOLitude culture, value, and service performance standards. Learn and conduct mechanical control applications Observe and Identify aquatic plant species Aid in the mobilization/demobilization of equipment Assist in the staging of environmental control measures per project/permit requirements Operate SOLitude and rental machinery effectively - watercraft, aquatic weed harvester, hydro-rake, loader, etc. Log all appropriate project specific information in Mechanical log book - dates, management areas, material collected, # of loads, etc. Provide Project Coordinator with timely project progression updates Aid in the training of new employees on operating/maintaining mechanical equipment in the field. Support the Mechanical Division with maintaining/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 Valid driver's license with a good driving record Ability to travel as needed Complete licensing/certification programs as necessary (OSHA 10, Hoisting, etc.) Must pass pre-employment background screen Must possess a valid driver's license and pass motor vehicle record search 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. Qualifications Why Choose Rentokil? A career with Rentokil is a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay on a bi-weekly pay schedule (weekly in NY & CT) and many of our roles offer performance incentives. Below you'll find information about some of what Rentokil North America has to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits when they meet certain criteria. Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes: Professional and Personal Growth Multiple avenues to grow your career Training and development programs available Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues) Health and Wellness Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with no waiting period Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1 Savings and Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with highly-competitive company-matching contributions, holiday savings club, and more Work-Life Balance Vacation days & sick days Company-paid holidays & 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? Want to hear Colleague feedback on what it's like to be on our team? Check out our parent company, Rentokil North America, on Glassdoor! Glassdoor - Rentokil North America Rentokil North America is a Drug-Free Workplace Rentokil North America is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to equality in every aspect of employment. As we expand, we are focused on building a foundation of diverse talent and equality in all areas of our workforce. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Link to Federal employment poster: English Version - Revised November 2009 Spanish Version - Revised November 2009 Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision English (Formatted) English (Unformatted) Spanish
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1 to 2 years
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