Jarraff Operator/Equipment Operator - Clifton Forge, VA

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

At least 1 to 5 years’ prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous experience as a General Foreperson 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

Full-time