Jarraff Operator - Granbury, TX

Xylem Tree Experts • Granbury, TX

12h

About The Position

The Jarraff Operator operates heavy equipment to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role supports daily field operations by preparing and maintaining equipment, assisting crew members, clearing debris, and protecting employees and the public. Operators may also perform storm restoration work, including travel out of town when needed. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

• Prior heavy-equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.
• Knowledge of the daily maintenance and safe operation of all equipment used.
• Physical strength and balance to climb into and around mobile equipment; ability to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day and maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Good vision and attentiveness.
• A driver’s license must be maintained if hired for a driving position; a CDL and DOT Medical Card must be maintained to operate a truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Ability to write, read, and understand written and verbal job instructions and information, and to communicate with others.
• Endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior heavy-equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe work practices and rules.
• Assist with preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at the Foreperson’s direction.
• Operate equipment as directed by the Foreperson.
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist other crew members in daily activities and take a leadership role when required.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, and other protections for employees and the public.
• Keep informed about equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee-relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to the Foreperson.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401K.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), with eligibility and accrual timelines varying by position; some roles gain PTO immediately and others become eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during hiring and may vary for Union hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED