Heavy Equipment Operator - Utility Line Clearance

Asplundh Careers; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Direct Deposit (Weekly)

Health, Dental, Vision

Company-paid premiums

Paid vacation and holidays

FMLA & Short-term disability

Retirement benefits

Safety glasses

Tools provided

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a dependable Equipment Operator to handle heavy equipment for clearing vegetation from electrical lines. Driver license is required and you will work across multiple state locations supporting utility line clearance projects.

The role involves operating a range of machinery, performing equipment maintenance, and adhering to safety procedures. This is a full-time position with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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

• Operate 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, culverts and base.
• Work around hazardous equipment and in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Age 18+

Hazard awareness

Tree species identification

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a dependable Equipment Operator to handle heavy equipment for clearing vegetation from electrical lines. Driver license is required and you will work across multiple state locations supporting utility line clearance projects.

The role involves operating a range of machinery, performing equipment maintenance, and adhering to safety procedures. This is a full-time position with competitive wages and benefits.