Storm-Response Bucket Operator & Equipment Lead

ISA Certified Arborist; Town of Saugerties (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union representation

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a field crew member to support heavy equipment operations in a utility vegetation management setting. You will work with Foreperson to prepare equipment, perform safe operation, and assist in daily maintenance and repairs.

Expect outdoor work, variable weather, and potential storm restoration tasks. Candidates should have basic reading skills and the ability to follow instructions, with a high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate heavy equipment safely and follow daily maintenance procedures.
• Must have physical fitness for climbing into/out of mobile equipment and working outdoors in varying weather.
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal job instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe practices and rules; assist in daily equipment setup and maintenance.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson and support crew leadership.
• Help maintain, repair, and set up tools and machinery used in operations.
• Assist other crew members and assume leadership when required.
• Ensure debris is cleaned up and disposed of properly; set up barriers and signs as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment specifications and safety procedures.
• Report mileage and perform storm restoration duties as required.

Job description

XKIG is seeking a field crew member to support heavy equipment operations in a utility vegetation management setting. You will work with Foreperson to prepare equipment, perform safe operation, and assist in daily maintenance and repairs.

Expect outdoor work, variable weather, and potential storm restoration tasks. Candidates should have basic reading skills and the ability to follow instructions, with a high school diploma preferred.