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Lewis Tree Service Arborist - Jarraff Operator / Columbus, MS in Columbus, Mississippi
This Position is for an Arborist -- Jarraff Operator with a work location in Columbus, MS.
Job Details / Description
Who you are...
Open-Minded: open to new ideas, willing to listen and observe, humble
Love the Outdoors: enjoys varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous
Self-Motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes"
Adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
Collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up
What you'll do...
Be part of a tight-knit group working in a team environment
Frequently travel
Trim and/or removes trees by climbing or with aid of an aerial lift (under the direct supervision of a crew leader or qualified line clearance tree trimmer.)
Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris and/or feed brush into brush chipper. Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment. Use and maintain small power tools at ground level. Spray stumps and brush.
Drive and operates trucks, Jaraff and Skid-steers safely. Report the need for repairs of trucks and equipment to crew leader.
Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on the job safety practices.
What you'll need...
Will sponsor your CDL license! If you have a valid driver's license, will provide the training and certification.
Must be able to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
Must be willing to travel extensively
Must have at minimum 2 years of experience operating Jaraff, Skid-steers, two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as:
Tree species identification
Local, state and federal licenses
First Aid and CPR cards
To pass a pre-employment drug test.
Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service's practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.