Equipment Operator - Covington LA
On-siteSlidell, Louisiana, United States or Covington, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Operate heavy equipment to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines under Foreperson direction. Prepare equipment and materials daily, assist with maintenance and repairs, and help maintain crew safety by setting up barriers and warning signs. Clean up and dispose of all debris while tracking mileage reports. Perform storm restoration duties as needed and enforce safe practices throughout the job site. Maintain first-aid certification and CPR skills while wearing required PPE. Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, requiring physical strength, good balance, and a valid CDL with DOT Medical Card for truck operations.
Required Qualifications
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries
- High School diploma or education equivalent
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