Heavy Equipment Operator – Vegetation & Storm Response

ISA Certified Arborist; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is hiring a Mulcher Equipment Operator to operate heavy machinery and remove tree material from electrical lines. Mulcher experience with Geo Boy, Barko or skidsteer is required, with prior utility vegetation management experience preferred.

This full-time, on-site role in Ottumwa, IA offers $20–$24 per hour, potential storm-related travel, and benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k). Must pass background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must have mulcher experience or Geo Boy, Barko or skidsteer.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must meet I-9 requirements; employer participates in E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

First aid & CPR

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is hiring a Mulcher Equipment Operator to operate heavy machinery and remove tree material from electrical lines. Mulcher experience with Geo Boy, Barko or skidsteer is required, with prior utility vegetation management experience preferred.

This full-time, on-site role in Ottumwa, IA offers $20–$24 per hour, potential storm-related travel, and benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k). Must pass background check and drug screen.