Line-Clearance Equipment Operator

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Marshfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage heavy equipment used to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

The role requires operating and servicing equipment, adhering to safety standards, and coordinating with crew to ensure timely completion of assigned work.

Applicants should be able to obtain property owner permissions, work outdoors in varying conditions, and maintain professional customer relations while safeguarding the public.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Familiar with electrical hazards.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Operates and services equipment such as gasoline tools, power saws, power winches, mower deck, weed whacker, chipper, and sprayers.
• Cleans up and disposes of debris; uses hand-tools as required.
• Ensures safety, quality and production requirements of the crew are met.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform work.
• Promotes good customer and public relations through effective execution of assigned work.

Skills

Tree species identification

Electrical hazards awareness

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Gasoline tools

Power saws

Chippers

Sprayers

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage heavy equipment used to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

The role requires operating and servicing equipment, adhering to safety standards, and coordinating with crew to ensure timely completion of assigned work.

Applicants should be able to obtain property owner permissions, work outdoors in varying conditions, and maintain professional customer relations while safeguarding the public.