Equipment Operator - Loader Operator
CERES•Sarasota, FL
•$19 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
As a Journeyman Equipment Operator, you will operate, maintain, and transport a variety of makes and models of heavy equipment and on highway vehicles in support of vegetation management and tree trimming operations such as a skid steer or excavator. Work may be performed within the minimum approach distance of energized power lines and around critical infrastructure. Pay: We follow the union scale.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment
- Commercial Driver License: Class A or B
- Valid Driver License
- Knowledge to operate and haul equipment in accordance with industry guidance and standards
- Knowledge and ability to repair, refurbish or fix heavy equipment
- Apply knowledge of new and emerging technologies and equipment to business operations
- Ability to receive direction or guidance
- Ability to work within a team
- Ability to communicate well with others
- Problem solving skills
- Recognition of safety hazards
Nice To Haves
- Equipment repair or maintenance certifications/licensing
- Equipment Operating licenses
- Qualified Applicator License (QAL)
- Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC)
Responsibilities
- Work under supervision to support vegetation management operations
- Maintain certification and qualification to work within the minimum approach distance of energized power lines.
- Assist crew members with equipment setup, performance, and maintenance
- Perform loading, unloading, and hauling of heavy equipment
- Maintain the ability to safely, and efficiently operate a variety of makes and models of heavy equipment in varying terrain and environmental conditions
- Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of on highway and off highway equipment
- Manage teams to complete repairs and overhauls of on highway and off highway equipment
- Maintain knowledge and ability to safely rig objects or equipment for lifting and hauling
- Maintain inventories, schedule repairs and order parts
- Must work well within a team to complete projects and tasks
- Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs or more
- Must be able to work outdoors, year-round in varying environments
- Must be able to work in, around and amongst poisonous plants and noxious vegetation
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Follow the union scale
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
