Groundman Tree Trimmer [Meridian, MS]

East Mississippi Electric Power Association•Meridian, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundman Tree Trimmer position is an entry-level role within the Association's Tree Trimming crew. The primary responsibility is to assist with the maintenance of the Association's rights-of-way to ensure continuous and uninterrupted electric service to its members. This role requires the ability to work in various weather conditions and terrains, and to operate specific tools and equipment safely.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of a CDL-class B (CDL- class B permit will be considered with the understanding that a full CDL-class B license must be obtained within 6 months of employment).
Employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time due to the inherently dangerous nature of work assignments.
Must be able to wear necessary PPE.
Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather [rain, heat, sun, cold, storms] throughout a standard eight or ten hour work day.
Must be able to work irregular and long hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to traverse [maneuver, walk, climb] various terrains [unlevel ground, steep embankments].
Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to communicate with others.
Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools.
Must be able to work with hands and fingers by seizing, holding, grasping, turning, touching, picking, and pinching.
Must have foot and leg control in order to operate vehicle/machinery/equipment controls.
Must have the ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug, and alcohol screen and E-Verification.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge and abilities in ROW width/clearance specifications
Basic knowledge and abilities in Uniform traffic control standards and requirements
Basic knowledge and abilities in Electric system configuration (recognition of energized equipment and operational voltages)

Responsibilities

Trained in CPR and First Aid
Utilizes assigned tools/equipment to trim and/or cut brush and trees to clear new ROW's or maintain existing ROW's, and removes debris as needed.
Operate brush-chipper
Operate chainsaw
Use of hand tools and ropes
Lift, move, maneuver up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.