Equipment Operator

** $1,500 Hiring Bonus for Qualified Candidates!! (MUST HAVE CDL TO QUALIFY)

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Experienced Equipment Operator – CDL Required

Our utilities depend on reliable corridors—and reliable operators. We are hiring an experienced Equipment Operator with a CDL to run a wide range of vegetation-management machinery including posi/track loaders, posi mowers, skid loaders, Sky Trim units, and Jarraff tree trimmers.

This role partners closely with Trimmers, Foremen, and Utility Representatives to safely and professionally maintain rights-of-way for cooperatives and investor-owned utilities.

• Operate equipment from posi mower to Jarraff in varying terrain and weather
• Demonstrate judgment around conductors, obstacles, wetlands, and customer property
• Support aerial crews by staging material, managing brush, and keeping production flowing
• Inspect and care for machines with an owner-operator mindset
• Communicate daily plans, challenges, and opportunities through our team app
• Help Ground Persons and entry-level operators advance in subjective skill mastery

• Experience: Proven experience operating a posi-track or compact track loader, with specific experience using a brush cutter or mower attachment.
• Knowledge:
  • In-depth understanding of the operation, controls, and maintenance of a posi-track loader and its attachments.
  • Knowledge of various types of terrain and the ability to operate the equipment safely on slopes and uneven ground.
  • Familiarity with landscaping, land clearing, or groundskeeping best practices.
  • Strong knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules, especially when working on or near roadways.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and other relevant regulations.
• Qualifications:
  • Documented experience operating UVM/ROW equipment
  • Valid CDL (Class A or
    
    B) – required
  • Mechanical awareness and daily-inspection habits
  • Experience collaborating with bucket trimmers and foremen
  • Utility vegetation background or similar heavy-equipment field
  • Jarraff or aerial-support experience strongly preferred
• Certifications/Licenses:
  • Valid driver's license, often with a clean driving record.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for transporting equipment.
  • Heavy equipment operator certification is often preferred or required.
• Work is primarily performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and direct sun.
• The work environment can be noisy, dusty, and may involve vibrations from the equipment.
• The operator is exposed to potential hazards associated with heavy machinery and outdoor work, such as moving parts, flying debris, and challenging terrain.
• The job may require working flexible hours, including weekends or overtime, to meet project deadlines.