(111) Machine Operator

Opterra Career•Saint Gabriel, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for performing vegetation management services outdoors on customer sites which include, but are not limited to, industrial plant sites, DOT rights of way, city/county sewer or water rights of way, gas pipelines, airports, and other commercial areas at or near business sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to drive company vehicles
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card
Ability to travel 50 – 75% by vehicle, with overnight travel throughout territory
Ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification within six (6) months of start date of position
Ability to obtain state traffic control certification within six (6) months of start date of position
Completed Groundsman training, or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

Experience of previous work-related skill, knowledge or operator experience based on type of equipment

Responsibilities

Demonstrate our five core values (Safety, Others, Integrity, Initiative, and Passion)
Use a variety of techniques including chemical and mechanical methods to manage unwanted vegetation
Prepare chemicals or materials for work application
Dispose of trash or waste materials properly by following the instructions on the label under the Storage and Disposal section (unless preapproved to leave waste onsite)
Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations
Remove debris or vegetation from work sites
Keep record of usage and disposal of hazardous chemicals
Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites, with or without trailers to haul supplies and tools
Safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, UTVs, excavators, seed spreaders, straw blowers, snow blowers, towed machines (cutters and spreaders), and similar equipment
Safely walk beside or ride on machines while operating mechanisms at specified intervals
Load and unload containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand-trucks, forklifts, or transfer augers per safety training
Lift, push, and pull hoses or equipment into place for application
Manipulate controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery
Direct vehicle traffic including flagging motorists and setting out signs and cones
Safely use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes
Perform preventative, routine maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment
Adjust, repair and service machinery and notify supervisors when machinery malfunctions
Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency
Comply with all applicable traffic laws and regulations while operating a vehicle
Adhere to safety procedures including conforming to all OSHA standards and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE)
Adhere to company policies and procedures
Confer with supervisors to make operational decisions
Participate in company meetings, trainings, and certification/licensure programs
Prioritize building strong relationships by effectively communicating with our customers, their needs, and expectations, to delivering exceptional customer service and a positive experience
Perform other duties as assigned