Job Information
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation Mechanized Trimmer Operator I-II in Pocahontas, Arkansas
Description
Starting Wage from $20.34/hour +
(Pay range varies with experience)
Drives/operates ROW vehicles and equipment as necessary 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
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 mechanized trimmer to trim trees along right of way & stop work to notify supervisor in the event of safety hazards
Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and keeps documentation of maintenance performed
Inspects ROW in front of equipment to flag obstacles (i.e. phone pedestals, guy wire, septic tanks/systems, water and gas lines/meters, etc.)
Performs 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
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
At least 3 months experience and/or training
A valid driver's 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
Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled hours when necessary is an essential function of the job
Training specified in 29 CFR 1910.269(a)(1)(i)(E)
Lace-up, 8-inch minimum height, work boots with a hardened toe, differentiated heel, and leather uppers. Boots must comply with ASTM Standard for Protective Footwear– ASTM F2413
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Mechanized Trimmer Operator I - At least 3 months of experience
Mechanized Trimmer Operator II - At least 1 year of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Commercial Applicator Technician
Class A or B CDL License
Temporary Traffic Control
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
Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
