Line Clearance Equipment Operator

Davey Tree Expert • Cambridge, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is hiring an Equipment / Jarraff / SkyTrim Operator to join a utility line clearance crew serving Guernsey and Tuscarawas Counties, including Cambridge, Dover, and New Philadelphia, Ohio. This onsite role involves operating mobile equipment on utility rights-of-way and helping remove trees while prioritizing crew and equipment safety. The operator also assists with other crew functions. This is a permanent, full-time hourly position. Pay is $22.00–$28.00 per hour, based on line clearance or industry experience and CDL status. Travel expectations are up to 25%.

Requirements

• Love of the outdoors.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a mobile equipment operations certification test.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of mobile equipment operating experience and training that provide the necessary operating skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Commercial Driver’s License, Class A or B, with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate Jarraff / SkyTrim mobile equipment on utility rights-of-way.
• Maintain equipment and crew safety when removing trees on utility rights-of-way.
• Assist with all job functions as a member of the crew.

Benefits

• Group health plans.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match; union employees are not eligible for the 401(k), but may be eligible for locally negotiated pension plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, with an opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount.
• Holidays and paid time off.
• Payroll savings plan.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee Educational Scholarship.
• Davey Family Scholarship.
• 20% discount on Davey services.
• Cell phone discounts.
• Vehicle purchase discount program.
• Generous performance incentive plan.
• Industry-related training and special Davey training courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed