Utility Tree-Cutting Equipment Operator

Utilities Service, LLC; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment for removing branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficient workflow to keep crew operations moving.

You will perform equipment maintenance, communicate with property owners, obtain access, and uphold quality and safety standards. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required, with pre-employment screenings.

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.
• Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on property.

Skills

Tree identification

Electrical hazards awareness

18+ years old

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gasoline-powered equipment

Hydraulic tools

Power saws

Chipper

Sprayers

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment for removing branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficient workflow to keep crew operations moving.

You will perform equipment maintenance, communicate with property owners, obtain access, and uphold quality and safety standards. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required, with pre-employment screenings.