Job Summary:

Operating a self-contained truck with a hydraulic grapple and pick up logs and debris and transport to designated end facility.

 Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work in adherence to safe practices, procedures, work site, and traffic laws.
• Drive truck to and from worksites according to all  
• Operate grapple by moving levers and depress pedals to maneuver equipment.
• Pick up natural debris using a grapple. 
• Function in a strenuous and dangerous work environment.
• Complete work projects on time and in an effective manner.
• Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs. Fuel and service equipment as required.
• Inform and advise management or repair technician for major repairs or maintenance.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance evaluations/checks on all equipment before and after use.
• Maintain effective working relationship with co-workers.
• Understand and perform various daily and weekly assignments from oral or written communication.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Adhere to all company safety standards/policies and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of grapple truck operating experience. 
• Must possess a valid Class A CDL license. 
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Use equipment and materials properly.
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
• Meet productivity standards, complete work in timely manner.
• Follow instructions and exhibit sound and accurate judgment.
• Experience in the tree/line clearance industry.
• Able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Observe safety and security procedures; use equipment and materials properly.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Consistently at work and on time.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prioritize and plan work activities.
• Associates Degree

Probationary Period:

1. 90-day probation period if previously a member or IBEW 1245
2. 180-day probation period if not a previous member of IBEW 1245

Travel:

• This position is expected to travel to project sites and locations within California (Operating Area)

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  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, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Sites can be very hot and dusty.

TSU is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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