Storm-Response Mulcher & Equipment Operator (Travel)

ISA Certified Arborist; Albia (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services are seeking a Mulcher Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have mulcher experience or be proficient with Geo Boy, Barko, or skidsteer equipment and maintain safety standards on site.

Ideal candidates have prior heavy equipment operation experience in vegetation management, construction, or related fields, and possess a High School diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have mulcher experience or Geo Boy, Barko or skidsteer.
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.

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

CDL & DOT Card

First-aid CPR

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Geo Boy

Barko

Skidsteer

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services are seeking a Mulcher Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have mulcher experience or be proficient with Geo Boy, Barko, or skidsteer equipment and maintain safety standards on site.

Ideal candidates have prior heavy equipment operation experience in vegetation management, construction, or related fields, and possess a High School diploma or equivalent.