Jarraff Operator – Storm-Ready Heavy Equipment Pro

ISA Certified Arborist; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts in Chillicothe, MO is seeking a Mechanical Trimmer (Jarraff Operator) to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Prior Jarraff experience is required. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing daily upkeep, and supporting storm work as needed.

Travel may be required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with a valid CDL and DOT Medical Card.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
• Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

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.

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CDL

DOT Medical Card

Driver's License

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts in Chillicothe, MO is seeking a Mechanical Trimmer (Jarraff Operator) to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Prior Jarraff experience is required. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing daily upkeep, and supporting storm work as needed.

Travel may be required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with a valid CDL and DOT Medical Card.