Storm-Ready Jarraff Operator – Utility Vegetation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Mechanical Trimmer (Jarraff Operator) to operate heavy equipment removing branches and tree material from electrical lines. Prior Jarraff experience is required, and a background check and drug screen will be performed.

The role involves daily equipment prep, safe operation, routine maintenance, and assisting crew members. Travel for storm work may be needed, with full-time hours and health insurance benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.

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.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

First-aid/CPR

Driver's license

Read/write instructions

Outdoor weather endurance

Storm travel readiness

Education

High School diploma

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Mechanical Trimmer (Jarraff Operator) to operate heavy equipment removing branches and tree material from electrical lines. Prior Jarraff experience is required, and a background check and drug screen will be performed.

The role involves daily equipment prep, safe operation, routine maintenance, and assisting crew members. Travel for storm work may be needed, with full-time hours and health insurance benefits provided.