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Asplundh lists this Heavy Equip Operator Non-union opportunity in delhi, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Heavy Equipment OperatorThis position will operate various types of heavy equipment to remove branches/tree material from electrical lines.Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-ExemptPay: Competitive, HourlyBenefits:Paid WeeklyOutstanding growth and career advancement opportunitiesCompetitive health/benefits packages including sick pay401(k) matchingAll major holidays paid after 90 daysLife, Long-Term/Short-Term Disability InsuranceTypical work week: Monday-Thursday (10hr days) – 40hr week and 3-day weekendOvertime opportunities available throughout the yearLocal and travel positions (with per diem) availableYou will be trained and certified in First Aid & CPRCompany vehicle (dependent on position)Employee Assistance Program offeredCDL certification opportunities available and paid by the companyEssential Functions & Responsibilities:Operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.Operates and services equipment such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, mower deck, weed whacker, chipper, and sprayers.Uses hand tools, such as axes, hand lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, and other equipment as required.Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.Responsible for quality and quantity of production.Performs all aspects of labor as necessary to keep crew operation flowing.Ensures the overall safety, quality, and production requirements of the crew are met.Cleans up and disposes of all debris.Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on the property. Arranges with 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.Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.Trains new personnel.Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.Minimum Qualifications:Must be 18 years of age or older.Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.Education & Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Pre-Screen:Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.License & Certifications:Valid driver's license preferred.Physical Requirements:Rare : (less than 10%): sitting, kneeling, crawling, color-vision, climbing stairs.Occasional : (up to 33%): stooping, squatting, climbing on/off trucks, reading, pushing, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs.Frequent : (up to 66%): walking, body twisting, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, hearing-speech range, lifting, carrying, pulling, balancing, lifting up to 50 lbs.Continuous : (up to 100%): standing, sense of touch, seeing distant, climbing, gripping, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., seeing, reaching, range of motion, depth perception.Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
delhi, LA, 71232, US
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