CDL Driver: Storm Restoration & Heavy Equipment

ISA Certified Arborist; Fort Wayne, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a CDL driver to operate heavy equipment for removing tree material from electrical lines. A valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card are required, with travel for storm restoration work as needed.

Candidates should have prior heavy equipment experience and be able to work outdoors in various weather. High school diploma preferred, and safety certifications such as first aid/CPR are valued.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
• Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR

Responsibilities

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public
• Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT Medical Card

Heavy equipment

Outdoor work

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a CDL driver to operate heavy equipment for removing tree material from electrical lines. A valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card are required, with travel for storm restoration work as needed.

Candidates should have prior heavy equipment experience and be able to work outdoors in various weather. High school diploma preferred, and safety certifications such as first aid/CPR are valued.