Jarraff Operator - Heavy Equipment | Outdoor Storm Work

ISA Certified Arborist; Dickson (TN); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Jarraff Operator to operate heavy equipment removing branches and tree material from electrical lines in Dickson, TN. The role emphasizes safety, coordination with the Foreperson, and daily equipment prep for field operations.

Responsibilities include operating equipment as directed, maintaining gear, leading crew members when needed, and performing storm duties. Requires high school diploma, prior heavy equipment experience, and valid CDL/DOT where

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have good vision and be attentive.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions.

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

Safety awareness

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Communication

CDL required

Education

High School diploma

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Jarraff Operator to operate heavy equipment removing branches and tree material from electrical lines in Dickson, TN. The role emphasizes safety, coordination with the Foreperson, and daily equipment prep for field operations.

Responsibilities include operating equipment as directed, maintaining gear, leading crew members when needed, and performing storm duties. Requires high school diploma, prior heavy equipment experience, and valid CDL/DOT where