Rail Equipment Operator | POSITION

Position Overview

We are currently looking for Equipment operators, CDL drivers to operate a variety of specialized railroad equipment which include Hi‑Rail trucks, off‑track and bucket trucks, and on‑track brush cutting equipment. We offer comprehensive on‑the‑job training so that you can confidently perform a variety of services for industrial and commercial clients. Our projects include right‑of‑way vegetation maintenance programs and asset management services for railroads, DOTs, utility companies, commercial industries, federal, state, and local governments throughout the United States.

Experience with vegetation management is a plus, but we will train the right individual.

• Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major railroads.
• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal, and removing broken limbs from rails, wires, roofs, and other objects.
• Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundman and Crew Foreman.

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred:
  Commercial Driver’s License—Class A with Tanker Endorsement.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®.

• Per diem and hotel.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee‑owned company & discounted stock purchase options.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout U.S. in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career development program supported by industry expert safety specialists & skill trainers.
• Scholarship program for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Our success depends on attraction and retention of qualified personnel, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

• Company:
  Davey Rail, LLC
• Location:
  
  Atlanta, GA (Travel position up to 75%)
• Employment Type:
  
  Permanent
• Job Type: Full Time
• Travel Expectations:
  Up to 75%

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