Jarraff Operator : Troy, MO
On-siteTroy, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Operate heavy equipment to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines, following Foreperson direction and enforcing safe practices. Assist in preparing daily materials, maintaining and repairing tools, and setting up barriers and warning signs to protect employees and the public. Clean up and dispose of all debris while tracking and reporting mileage. Perform storm work restoration duties as needed and maintain first-aid certification and CPR. Wear necessary personal protective equipment and work outdoors under varying weather conditions. Maintain balance on uneven terrain and communicate effectively with crew members.
Required Qualifications
- Must have past experience operating a Jarraff for this position
- 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
- Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job
- Must meet I-9 requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
- High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
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