Equipment Operator - Azle, TXThe Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have valid driver's license; CDL preferred. Must have experience operating a Barko (mower), Linebacker (mower), and Jarraff (Sky trim).
Essential Functions:- Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
- Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day's work at Foreperson's direction
- Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson
- Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations
- Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required
- Cleans up and disposes of all debris
- Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public
Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.
Track and report mileage to Foreperson
Perform duties for storm work as needed
Equipment Operators have no direct reports.
Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used
Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a dayMust be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPRMust be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must have good vision and be attentive
Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain
Must be able to communicate with others
Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour dayMust be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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