Equipment Operator - Tulsa, OK

Xylem Tree Experts; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tree maintenance is seeking an Equipment Operator to handle heavy machinery in Tulsa, OK. The role involves removing tree material from electrical lines, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety measures. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a related field and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to remove branches and tree materials.
• Assist in preparing equipment and help maintain tools.
• Lead and assist other crew members during daily activities.

Skills

Physical strength

Good balance

Maintenance knowledge

Good communication

Attention to detail

Endurance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have valid driver's license; CDL preferred. Must have experience operating a Barko (mower), Linebacker (mower), and Jarraff (Sky trim).

Essential Functions

• 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
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Equipment Operators have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

Education Requirements

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used
• Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must have good vision and be attentive
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
• Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain
• Must be able to communicate with others
• Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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