What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator - Petersburg, VA position at Xylem Tree Experts?
Xylem Tree Experts is hiring Equipment Operators in Petersburg Virginia. The Equipment Operator effectively and safely operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
Essential Function
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 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
- Performs daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.
- Maintain above standard customer relations.
- Accident Reporting.
Education and Experience
- Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.
- Experience in safe operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
- Knowledge of daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
- Able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
The company provides 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.
