Equipment Operator : Augusta, GA Position Available In Richmond, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Equipment Operator position in Augusta, GA with Kendall Vegetation Services involves operating heavy equipment to clear branches and tree material from electrical lines. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, assisting crew members, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in heavy equipment operation and a high school diploma or GED. The estimated salary ranges from $39.6K to $51.6K annually.
Job Description
Equipment Operator :
Augusta, GA Kendall Vegetation Services – 2.0
Augusta, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated:
$39.6K – $51.6K a year 2 days ago Qualifications Heavy equipment operation Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required Cleans up and disposes of all debris Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices. Track and report mileage to Foreperson Perform duties for storm work as needed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Equipment Operators have no direct reports.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) Must have good vision and be attentive Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs. Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain Must be able to communicate with others Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
