Right-of-Way Equipment Operator

Hoosier Energy • Spencer, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Operates right-of-way clearing equipment and trucks in a safe and timely manner. Maintains clean and safe work areas and right-of-way and maintains good relationships with property owners.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4 years of work experience involving successful operation of heavy right-of-way clearing equipment and heavy trucks used in transporting equipment minimum
• Operation and maintenance of heavy right-of-way clearing equipment including heavy trucks
• Must be capable of climbing in and out of heavy equipment and traversing irregular terrain, operating chain saw, chipper, etc.
• Must maintain the appropriate driver’s license in order to operate vehicles specified by the company

Responsibilities

• Operates right-of-way equipment, tools and trucks necessary for maintenance of Hoosier Energy’s right-of-ways and facilities.
• Performs assignments involving the maintenance of grounds, fences and structures of Hoosier Energy’s line facilities, including but not limited to: Cutting grass and weeds; trimming or removing trees; filling holes and depressions; repairing damaged fences; opening obstructed drainage systems; and operating the necessary vehicles to perform the above.
• Plans equipment moves as scheduling and weather conditions warrant.
• Prepares reports and takes notes about the completion of assigned tasks, as well as any other observations regarding the status of Hoosier Energy’s line facilities.
• Participates in training opportunities in order to gain a working knowledge of the General Line Procedures, as well as the functions and layout of the transmission systems and equipment.
• Makes recommendations to the Coordinator and Manager Transmission Assets & Scheduling about any practices, procedures or requirements that will facilitate maintenance schedules, short- or long-range plans, or any other efficiencies or cost improvements.
• Acts in an exemplary manner in order to maintain and promote safe practices and procedures and participates in scheduled safety meetings, CPR and first aid classes.
• Performs other duties as assigned; assists in general right-of-way work as assigned when not engaged in operating heavy right-of-way equipment.

What This Job Offers

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