Local Equipment Operator : Ann Arbor​/Newport, MI

Local 17 Equipment Operator :
Ann Arbor/Newport, MI

Job Category
:
Operations

Requisition Number
: LOCAL
013254

• Posted:
  December 1, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate: $27 USD per hour

Newport, MI, USA

• Pay range: $27 USD to $32 USD per hour
  This is an estimated pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes

The Equipment Operator effectively and safely operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

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.
• Clean up and dispose of all debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Keep 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.
• Perform daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.
• Maintain above‑standard customer relations.

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.

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.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Yes. Travel is required during storm restoration work when needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.