Equipment Operator - Royalton, VT

Equipment Operator - Royalton, VT

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

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Equipment Operators have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements :

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

Education Requirements :

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.