Equipment Operator

2 hours ago

Macon, Georgia, United States Milhouse Engineering and Construction Full time
We are currently seeking a full time Equipment Operator. This is a Union Exempted position who reports directly to Foreperson. 
As a full-time utility contractor, Milhouse Forestry performs tree pruning and removals, right of way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, emergency storm work, and logistical support. What you will do:
  • Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
  • Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safe practices and rules while clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines. 
  • Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
  • Removes branches and tree material.
  • Operates heavy equipment near energized lines.
  • Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
  • Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, machines, chipper, and sprayers. 
  • Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, etc.
  • Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
  • Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on property. Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access, advises of interruption, explains work to be done, etc.
  • Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around work area
  • Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways. 
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public. 
  • Performs tree and bucket rescue.
  • Trains new personnel.
  • Works in all temperatures and will be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects.
  • Works near energized parts or equipment.
  • Works in traffic.
  • Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.
  • Exposed to hazards of working near power equipment, traffic, high voltage wires, and falling limbs.
What we are looking for:
  • Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to wear necessary PPE as necessary.
  • Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
  • Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
  • Must be able to verbally communicate with other crew members and fully understand instructions and information.
  • Must be familiar with electrical hazards.
  • Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
  • Uses machines, tools, equipment, and work aides used include chainsaws, hydraulic tools, and hand tools as required.
  • Must have transportation to and from the show up location.
  • Must have a valid Driver's License.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • CDL is a plus
Want to learn more about our Milhouse Forestry team? Come join a supportive and hardworking team that is dedicated to encouraging our core values here at Milhouse. Come grow with us as we learn to develop & conquer a new region
Here's a little information on Milhouse Forestry, LLC:
Milhouse Forestry, LLC. is an affiliate of Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. Milhouse Forestry is a diverse, innovative vegetation management firm providing line clearance services to the utility industry. Uninterrupted, reliable power is an important service provided by electrical utilities across the United States. By far, most power outages can be attributed to interference associated with vegetation. Milhouse Forestry's team sustainably solves problems associated with vegetation management challenges.
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.
Milhouse Forestry is excited to welcome you as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are at-will employer.
Benefits List*: Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays
* = The benefits listed above are subject to employment status We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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