What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jarraff / Sky Trim Operator position at Townsend Tree Service?
Position Summary
The Jarraff/Sky Trim Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment and reports any safety concerns immediately. This position will ensure that the work area is safe and that everyone around the work area is not at risk. The Jarraff/Sky Trim Operator will report to the General Foreperson and Manager for the site.
Duties and Responsibilities Include
Essential Duties:
- Inspects and reports necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment
- Loads and unloads equipment onto trucks and trailers
- Services equipment to keep it clean, neat, and in specified mechanical condition
- Participates in daily job briefings and safety meetings
- Operates and services equipment
- Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around work areas
- Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers to protect employees and public
- Trains new personnel
- Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, and operating procedures
- Starts each workday with an inspection of tires, controls, fuel, and fluids to ensure reliable operation
- Changes attachments, makes adjustments, verifies information, and troubleshoots problems
- Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record per Company policy
- Knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Meet all physical requirements of the position
- Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations
- 18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred:
- Two (2) or more years of Equipment Operator experience
- Mechanical Training
- DOT Compliance Knowledge
- CDL
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as needed. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Additionally, the position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening and background check.
The Townsend Company, LLC and its family of companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
