Jarraff Operator

About the role

This position is responsible for effectively and safely removing trees on utility right-of-way while operating a Jarraff tree trimmer and other forestry-related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transports equipment to and from job locations, loading and unloading equipment onto truck/trailer.
• Operates and services equipment such as hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, mower decks, weed whackers, chippers, and sprayers as instructed.
• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Uses hand tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, and other equipment as required.
• Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production.
• Performs all aspects of labor as necessary to keep crew operation flowing.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Ensures the overall safety, quality, and production requirements of the crew are met.
• Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on the property.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
• Trains new personnel.
• Arranges with the customer or property owner to obtain access, advise of interruption, explain work to be done, etc.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.

Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience operating a Jarraff trimmer.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

Pay

Competitive, Hourly

Schedule

Full-Time +, Non-Exempt