Equipment Operator | CDL A or B required

Job Description

Job Description

Additional Locations : Salt Lake City- Travel Position

Primary Locations : UT, Midvale, 1108 East South Union Avenue, 84047

Requisition ID : 200272

Position Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is a progressive, fast growing, safety-driven National Service Company in the Green industry.

Because of our success, Davey is experiencing tremendous growth throughout the United States creating job openings company wide.

We’re currently offering excellent opportunities for qualified, career oriented, self-motivated individuals in the Midwest to join our growing team of full-time and seasonal positions to service a multi-state area out of our Midwest region;

an ideal opportunity for anybody with a love of the great outdoors.

We are currently looking for equipment operators, CDL and non-CDL drivers to operate a variety of specialized railroad equipment which include Hi-Rail trucks, off-track, bucket trucks and on-track brush cutting equipment.

We offer comprehensive on-the-job training so that you can confidently perform a variety of services for industrial and commercial clients.

Our projects include right-of-way vegetation maintenance programs and asset management services for railroads, DOT’s, utility companies, commercial industries, Federal, State and local governments throughout the United States.

Experience with vegetation management is a plus, but we will train the right individual.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do :

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT / MRS and SRT / SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to :
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking :

• Love of the outdoors
• This position requires 75% travel - you are gone 5-8 weeks and then home one week (per diem provided and travel & lodging is covered by Davey)
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Preferred : 5 years of bucket truck experience
• Preferred : 3 years of heavy equipment operation to include : excavator, skid steer, skytrim / jiraffe, sennebogan.
• Required : valid driver’s license
• Required : Commercial Driver’s License-Class B with Tanker Endorsement
• Preferred : relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer : *

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas

Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.

S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one.

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels.

Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected] .

Employment Type : Permanent

Job Type : Full Time

Travel Expectations : Up to 75%