Preschool Assistant Teacher FullTime

Shenandoah University; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University seeks a field position to perform general utility line clearance and tree trimming near energized lines and structures. Work may occur from a bucket truck or by climbing trees, under supervision of a crew leader.

Responsibilities include organizing daily activities, inspecting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance while adhering to safety policies. Requires high school diploma and ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems
• Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class B CDL within six months
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
• Ability to demonstrate Tree Rescue and Bucket Rescue within six months

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily utility vegetation management near energized lines, structures, and rights of way.

Skills

Read maps

Operate equipment

Climb & work aloft

Work after hours

Apply laws & regs

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Bucket trucks

Tractors

Chipper

Skid steer

Job description

The purpose of this position is to perform general utility line clearing and tree trimming within specified distances from overhead, energized electric lines, utility structures and right of ways under the direction of an experienced Utility Line Clearance Crew Leader

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with daily utility vegetation management near energized utility lines, utility structures, and right of ways.
• Performs work near overhead, energized utility lines from a bucket truck or tree climbing, as required.
• Organizes activities and resources by checking stock and daily items of trucks and assisting with pre-trip inspections and job briefings.
• Ensures and performs preventative maintenance on equipment and hand tools.

Supplemental Functions:

Performs other similar duties as required.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Electric transmission and distribution systems principles and practices
• Operation of bucket trucks, tractors, chipper, and skid steer
• Proper safety policies and procedures

Basic Vegetation Management

Licensing and Certifications :

• Valid North Carolina Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License. Failure to obtain within six (6) months of hire may result in termination.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification. Failure to obtain within six (6) months of hire may result in termination.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in Tree Rescue and Bucket Rescue. Failure to demonstrate proficiency within six (6) months of hire may result in termination.

PLEASE NOTE :

Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class require: standing, fine dexterity, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, handling, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, crouching, hearing twisting, and talking
• Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 pounds occasionally, 50 - 100 pounds frequently, or from 20 up to 50 pounds constantly.
• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, and physical hazards.

Required Skills

• Ability to read maps
• Ability to operate equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to climb and work aloft, as required.
• Ability to work after hours, as needed.
• Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Analyzing problems and implementing solutions
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Required Experience

High school diploma or equivalency, with at least one (1) year of relevant experience; or the City may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non‑exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read maps
• Ability to operate equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to climb and work aloft, as required.
• Ability to work after hours, as needed.
• Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Analyzing problems and implementing solutions
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.