Tree Trimmer / Saw Operator (West Plains, MO)

Job Description

Job Description

Starting Wage from $17.98 / hour +

(Pay range varies with experience)

Responsibilities

• Drives / operates ROW vehicles and equipment as necessary to safely and efficiently complete tasks and projects.
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance of chainsaws and safety equipment; must be able to safely and efficiently operate chainsaws. Notifies supervisor in the event of safety hazards.
• Performs right of way clearing duties, to include the following : bucket work, climbing work, ground clearing, cutting, chipping, piling, burning, and other disposal of brush.
• Cuts danger trees and has the ability to rope and direct trees away from hazards; able to work in bucket truck under supervision of an operator helping trim or remove debris in order to provide adequate clearance.
• Inspects right of way in front of equipment to flag obstacles. (i.e. : phone pedestals, guy wire, water and gas meters, etc.).
• Performs traffic control duties around work area as needed and abides by all state and federal D.O.T. and local regulations.
• Must understand general safety rules and policies and promote good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives, and the general public.
• Reports work related problems, material or supply needs and equipment to crew Foreman.
• The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

BENEFITS

EEO / AA / M / F / VETS / DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC / AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.