Equipment Operator : Winnie, TX

ISA Certified Arborist; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage heavy machinery for vegetation management. In this role, you will ensure safety practices are followed while operating equipment to remove tree debris from electrical lines. Your expertise in heavy equipment operation will be crucial as you assist with daily tasks and maintain machinery. This position offers the chance to work outdoors in varying conditions, contributing to essential storm restoration efforts. If you are physically capable and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Knowledge of safe operations and maintenance of equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to remove branches and tree material.
• Assist in daily activities and maintain equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Practices

Physical Strength

Communication Skills

First-Aid Certification

Driving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

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

1. Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used
2. Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
3. Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
4. Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
5. Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
6. Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
7. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
8. Must have good vision and be attentive
9. 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.
10. Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
11. Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain
12. Must be able to communicate with others
13. Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day
14. 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.

Xylem Tree Experts provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.