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Mower Operator Jobs in Silsbee, Texas, USA at ISA Certified Arborist
Position: Â Mower Operator : Silsbee, TX
The Mower Operator operates heavy equipment of various types, like skid steer mowers, to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must have valid Driver’s License.
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 aleadershiprole when required
Cleans up and disposes of all debris
Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public
Keeps informed onnew 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 oreducationequivalent 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
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Title: Mower Operator
Company: ISA Certified Arborist
Location: Silsbee, Texas, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Transportation
