Heavy Equipment Operator – Tree & Line Clearance

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with Direct Deposit

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Safety training

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator (Driver License Required) to operate heavy equipment and perform vegetation management work on electrical lines across multiple locations. A valid driver license and the ability to work in all weather conditions are required.

Company benefits include competitive wages, weekly pay, health/dental/vision coverage, vacation time, retirement benefits, and safety training.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Familiar with electrical hazards.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, skid steers, excavators, loaders, dump trucks, mowers and stump grinders.
• Transport equipment to and from multi-state job locations.
• Install and remove gates, fences, barb wire.
• Install and remove culverts, rocks and base.
• Work near highways, side roads and on rights-of-way.
• Use a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and large tree stumps.
• Apply chemical herbicide to right-of-way per guidelines.
• Maintain trucks, chippers and equipment in good condition.
• Assist spray personnel with mixing herbicide.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator (Driver License Required) to operate heavy equipment and perform vegetation management work on electrical lines across multiple locations. A valid driver license and the ability to work in all weather conditions are required.

Company benefits include competitive wages, weekly pay, health/dental/vision coverage, vacation time, retirement benefits, and safety training.