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Equipment Operator (Duke) Ocala, FL
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Posted:
9 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
6 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
As an Equipment Operator (EO) your primary responsibility is to operate and maintain a range of specialized forestry equipment such as Jarraffs brush cutters and Timberlands.
Essential Functions:
As an Equipment Operator you will support your team by:
Prioritizing safety in all tasks and operations.
Demonstrating trustworthiness and responsibility while performing daily tasks.
Experience may vary in operating specialized equipment and performing tasks related to line clearance work such as pruning and removing trees near electrical conductors.
Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the particular machines assigned to operate and all safety aspects of its operation.
As an Equipment Operator (EO) your primary responsibility is to operate and maintain a range of specialized forestry equipment such as Jarraffs brush cutters and Timberlands.
Essential Functions:
As an Equipment Operator you will support your team by:
Prioritizing safety in all tasks and operations.
Demonstrating trustworthiness and responsibility while performing daily tasks.
Experience may vary in operating specialized equipment and performing tasks related to line clearance work such as pruning and removing trees near electrical conductors.
Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the particular machines assigned to operate and all safety aspects of its operation.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements:
Valid drivers license.
1-year previous experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus.
A Commercial Drivers License is strongly preferred.
Able to travel long distances on short notice when required.
Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need.
Able to work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Willing to work over-time when requested.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
Properly inspect Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Understand when to wear personal protective equipment.
Maintain company vehicles equipment and tools in good working order.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
Understand proper use of company radio.
Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
Capable of receiving and following directions.
Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
Must be able to work outside frequently in inclement weather.
Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in vegetation management.
While performing the duties of this job team-members are regularly required to talk or hear. The team-member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; standing for extended periods of time; or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Vegetation clearing work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.
Competencies:
Team-Oriented
Self-Motivated
Customer Service Focused
Ethical and Honest
Responsible
Trustworthy
Ethical
Honest
Punctual
Excellent communication skills
About Company
VetJobs & Military Spouse Jobs works with our employer partners to source, screen, and move qualified talent to the desktops of the Hiring Managers. Application is a two-step process, so please be patient with the team. When you submit to a position on our site your information will ... View more
