Jarraff Operator : Pine Bluff, AR

Jarraff Operator

The Jarraff Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have past experience operating a Jarraff for this position.

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

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Equipment Operators have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements :

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

Education Requirements :

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Work authorization requirements : Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action / EEO statement : Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Benefits Offered : This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

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