Heavy Equipment Operator – Tree & Line Clearance

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages/Paid weekly – Direct

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, Prescriptions

Insurance premiums paid by Company

FMLA and Short term disability

Retirement packages

Safety glasses provided

All tools provided

DOT Regulated Drug Free Workplace

First Aid & CPR Training

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring an Equipment Operator with a valid driver’s license to operate heavy equipment and clear vegetation from electrical lines. The role includes transporting equipment across multi-state locations, maintaining equipment, and working safely in outdoor environments.

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possesses working knowledge and be 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.
• Use a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Gathers brush and feeds brush into wood chipper.
• Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way following brush removal.
• Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment or backpack for remote areas.
• Maintains and services truck, chipper, and equipment in good order.
• Complies with pre-employment requirements including drug screening and background checks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Identify tree species

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring an Equipment Operator with a valid driver’s license to operate heavy equipment and clear vegetation from electrical lines. The role includes transporting equipment across multi-state locations, maintaining equipment, and working safely in outdoor environments.

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement options.