Jarraff/ Linebacker operator

Jarraff Operator

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.

Essential Functions & 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.
• Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24