Storm Restoration Mulcher Operator - Heavy Equipment

ISA Certified Arborist; Knoxville (IA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Mulcher Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role requires experience with mulcher gear, Geo Boy, Barko, or skid steer, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability.

You will work outdoors in varying weather and support the crew under the Foreperson. Prior heavy equipment experience in utility vegetation management, construction, logging, or related fields is preferred; a high school diploma is expected.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

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 compliance

Driver's license

CDL

DOT Medical Card

Physical strength

Communication

Reading/writing

Endurance

Travel availability

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Tools

Mulcher equipment

Skid steer

Geo Boy

Barko

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Mulcher Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role requires experience with mulcher gear, Geo Boy, Barko, or skid steer, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability.

You will work outdoors in varying weather and support the crew under the Foreperson. Prior heavy equipment experience in utility vegetation management, construction, logging, or related fields is preferred; a high school diploma is expected.