**Description** **Tradesmen International** is immediately hiring experienced **Heavy Equipment Operators** for projects located in **Plant City, FL** . This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is **up to $27/hour** based on experience and skill level. If you are an Equipment Operator eager to master your skills while working alongside our accomplished Craft Professionals, this is your chance to advance your career! **Job Scope:** + Operating a Forklift and Telehandler, moving materials and product around the plant + Operating various construction machinery including telehandlers, loaders, forklifts, and other equipment + Conduct preshift inspections of equipment, identifying and reporting any maintenance issues + Manual Labor - assist in site preparation activities such as clearing debris, leveling ground, and hand grading + Perform general labor tasks like shoveling, raking, and sweeping + Assist in setting up and maintaining construction barriers and signage **Requirements** + Need experience working in an operations plant + Experience operating heavy equipment in a construction setting + Site specific training, drug test, and background check required + Will require FPP Florida Phosphate Producers Card and will arrange for on-line FPP training, contingent on performance + Adhere to all safety protocol, PPE required + Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record + Relevant construction equipment operator certifications are required **Company Details** Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: + Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked + Vacation Pay + Health insurance + 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan Find our app **, TradeGig** , in the App store to see opportunities, set notifications and click to express interest! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. (http://www.tradesmeninternational.com) **Recruiter Name** Joseph Class **Location** US-FL-PLANT CITY **Posted Date** _2 days ago_ _(9/5/2025 8:03 PM)_ **_Req ID_** _2025-363906_ **_Category_** _Equipment - Operator_ **_Travel_** _No_ **_Location_** _US-FL-PLANT CITY_