Power Line Vegetation Trimmer Operator

PowerGrid Services; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services, LLC is seeking a hands-on crew member to operate a Jarraff and other heavy equipment for power line right-of-way vegetation management. You will work outdoors, in all weather, performing manual tasks, driving between sites, and strictly following safety protocols.

Responsibilities include using chippers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, and PPE, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to incident reporting procedures while traveling as needed and working overtime when

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• CDL is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• Must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.
• Must have good hand eye coordination.
• Able and willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able and willing to work for extended periods in various locations.
• Able and willing to work in all types of weather environments including inclement weather.
• Able and willing to work overtime when required.
• Must be able to enter and exit vehicles numerous times per day.
• Must be able to wear PPE.
• Understanding of the utility industry and operations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Ability to process and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Jarraff and other heavy equipment as part of vegetation management.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving physical manual labor.
• Maintain a neat and clean job site to avoid hazards.
• Operate chippers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, and other hand tools as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent work

Time management

Professionalism

Leadership

Decision making

Data analysis

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PowerGrid Services, LLC is seeking a hands-on crew member to operate a Jarraff and other heavy equipment for power line right-of-way vegetation management. You will work outdoors, in all weather, performing manual tasks, driving between sites, and strictly following safety protocols.

Responsibilities include using chippers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, and PPE, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to incident reporting procedures while traveling as needed and working overtime when