Equipment Operator - Class A CDL - NON-UNION (Deadline to apply 06/18/2026)

About the role

This position operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient and innovative line clearance services to the utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Operates operate heavy equipment such as Bulldozers-Backhoes-Skid steers-Excavator-Loaders-Dump trucks, Mowers and Stump grinders.
• Transport equipment to and from multi state job locations.
• Install and remove gates, fences, barb wire.
• Install and remove culverts, rocks and base.
• Works on spared rock and base by Highways, side roads and on the right-of-way.
• Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Gathers brush and feed brush into wood chipper.
• Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal when (APP)
• Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment which includes tank, pump, hose reel, 200 feet of ½ inch hose, or utilizes back-pack to treat remote areas.
• Serves truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
• Assists senior spray person in mixing herbicide in holding tank.
• When (APP)Works around hazardous equipment.
• Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, with hearing protection.
• Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
• Works on unleveled ground.
• Works around falling limbs with protection.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Familiar with electrical hazards.

Skills

• Class A CDL Driver License Required.

Benefits

Competitive wages/Paid weekly - Direct Deposit
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Individual/Family Health, Dental, Eye Care, Prescriptions
Insurance premiums paid by Company
FMLA and Short term disability benefits.
Retail packages, paid by Company
Prescription safety glasses
All tools provided by the Company to do job
DOT Regulated Drug Free Workplace
First Aid & CPR Training provided