Special Equipment Operator I-II (Jacksonville, AR)
Special Equipment Operator I-II (Jacksonville, AR)
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Job Description
- Drives and operates ROW vehicles and equipment and able 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
- Safely operates special equipment to control vegetation along right of way
- Inspect ROW in front of equipment to flag obstacles (i.e. phone pedestals guy wire septic tanks/septic systems water and gas lines/meters etc.)
- Perform traffic control duties around work area as needed
- Must understand general safety rules and policies and promote good relations with other crew members patron cooperatives and the general public
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
- In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593 this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes
- As a condition of employment this position requires a post-offer pre-employment Fitness for Duty Exam and DOT Physical
- At least 3 months experience and/or training
- A valid drivers license is required
- Able to work in outside or inside working environment wherein there are potentially hazardous working conditions and life-threatening situations exist (fire chemical moving mechanical parts electrical sources fumes airborne particles heights dangerous people etc.)
- Able to work in extreme heat or cold
- Able to work in extremely loud areas
- Able to perform highly repetitive and physical functions
- Must be able to travel to various locations and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments
- Must be able to work extra hours when necessary and report to work whenever needed during non-scheduled working periods
- Training specified in 29 CFR 1910.269(a)(1)(i)(E)
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Special Equipment Operator I - At least 3 months of experience
- Special Equipment Operator II - At least 1 year of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Commercial Applicator Technician
- Class A or B CDL License
- Temporary Traffic Control Certification
BENEFITS
- Per Diem
- 4/10 Schedule (Monday-Thursday)
- 401(k) with 10% Dollar-for-Dollar Company Match
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays 2 Floating holidays
- Educational assistance
- Paid Time Off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
