Equipment Operator - Mountain Home, AR
About The Position
The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. This role requires a valid driver's license, with a CDL being preferred. Experience operating specific equipment such as Barko (mower), Linebacker (mower), and Jarraff (Sky trim) is necessary. The position involves assisting in daily equipment preparation, operating machinery as directed, and helping with maintenance and repairs. Operators also support other crew members, clean up debris, set up safety barriers, and stay informed about new equipment and company policies. They are also responsible for tracking and reporting mileage and performing duties for storm work as needed.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Experience operating a Barko (mower), Linebacker (mower), and Jarraff (Sky trim)
- Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
- 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
- Must meet I-9 requirements.
Nice To Haves
- CDL 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
Benefits
- health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental
- option for enrollment in a 401K
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
