Line Clearance Equipment Operator

Trees, Llc; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits vary by location

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment and assist with removing branches and tree material from electrical lines at customer sites.

The role requires working knowledge of tree species, electrical hazards, and a strong safety mindset. Pay is hourly and benefits vary by location, with pre-employment screening and driver license requirements typical for this field.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability 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, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, mower deck, weed whacker, chipper, and sprayers.
• Keeps debris cleaned up and disposed of.
• Ensures safety, quality and production requirements are met.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees.

Skills

Tree species ID

Electrical hazard awareness

Safety conscious

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gasoline tools

Hydraulic tools

Power saws

Power winches

Chipper

Sprayers

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment and assist with removing branches and tree material from electrical lines at customer sites.

The role requires working knowledge of tree species, electrical hazards, and a strong safety mindset. Pay is hourly and benefits vary by location, with pre-employment screening and driver license requirements typical for this field.