Tree Line Equipment Operator - Safe, Efficient Clearing

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines with various heavy equipment. The role requires driving and operating diverse tools while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key tasks include planning and directing crew work, handling equipment maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety policies. A valid driver license and basic pruning knowledge are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Familiar with electrical hazards.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Operates and services equipment such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, mower deck, weed whacker, chipper, and sprayers.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners and other equipment as required.
• Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production.
• Performs all aspects of labor as necessary to keep crew operation flowing.
• Ensures the overall safety, quality and production requirements of the crew are met.

Skills

Equipment operation

Tree species identification

Electrical hazards awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines with various heavy equipment. The role requires driving and operating diverse tools while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key tasks include planning and directing crew work, handling equipment maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety policies. A valid driver license and basic pruning knowledge are expected.