Special Equipment Operator I-II

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation
vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, Shell Knob
Nov 09, 2024
Description Starting Wage from $18.85/hour (Pay range varies with experience) 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 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 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 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 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)