Job Description

The Mower/Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Candidates must have active Driver's License; Class A CDL preferred. Candidates should be willing to travel.



This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K. The pay range is $25-$28 an hour. We also offer career growth opportunities that include learning new roles and promotions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Operators have no direct reports.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

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

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) Must have good vision and be attentive Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs. Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain Must be able to communicate with others Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed




Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.


Equal Opportunity Employer

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