Rail Equipment Operator

Rail Equipment Operator | Travel Position

Company : The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations : Abbeville, SC Additional Locations : TRAVEL POSITION Work Site : On Site Req ID : 215910

Position Overview

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

Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major railroads

Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from rails, wires, roofs, and other objects

Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts

Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundman and Crew Foreman

Qualifications

What We're Seeking :

• Love of the outdoors
• 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 : valid driver's license
• Preferred : Commercial Driver's License-Class A with Tanker Endorsement
• Preferred : line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred : relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred : ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and / or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Additional Information

What We Offer :

Company Overview

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World.