Equipment Operator — Tree & Line Clearance (Storm Work)

ISA Certified Arborist; Palmyra (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts seeks an Equipment Operator to run heavy equipment removing branches from electrical lines. You will follow safety rules, prepare gear, assist crew members, and help maintain equipment in daily operations.

Position requires outdoor work in varying weather, the ability to travel for storm restoration, and a valid CDL/DOT where applicable. A background check and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
• Must possess a Driver’s License; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Must have endurance to perform duties throughout an eight or ten hour day.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work.
• Maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist crew members and lead when required.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, and markers for safety.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Physical strength

Driver’s license / CDL

Reading/writing comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts seeks an Equipment Operator to run heavy equipment removing branches from electrical lines. You will follow safety rules, prepare gear, assist crew members, and help maintain equipment in daily operations.

Position requires outdoor work in varying weather, the ability to travel for storm restoration, and a valid CDL/DOT where applicable. A background check and drug screen are required.