Equipment Operator

Job description

Title : Equipment Operator Type : Full-Time/Non-Exempt Reports to : Foreperson/General Foreperson Essential Functions of Equipment Operator at Wright Tree Service: Operate chainsaws to cut brush, logs, and stumps of larger trees. Work from the ground using gasoline powered chainsaws. Operate heavy machinery such as Jarraffs and Geo-Boys. Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush and debris and/or feeds brush into a wood chipper. Will gather brush and carry to chipper area. Work around hazardous equipment. Work around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, wood chipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment. Exposed to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc. May work on rough terrain. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices for crew members. Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area. Cooperate with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways. Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc. to protect employees as well as the public. Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue. Apply herbicides and growth regulators to stumps an...