Specialty Equipment Operator/Bridgewater, NS

Bridgewater, NS

Lucas Tree Experts is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Specialty Equipment Operator.

Applicants must be able to operate various types of equipment (e.g., brush hog, brontosaurus mowers, jaraff, log loader, skidder/yanmar) and manually remove vegetation from work areas. Class 3 License an asset. Applicants must be willing to travel, able to work safely, lift 50-75lbs, learn how to operate a bucket, climb trees using ropes and saddle, attain appropriate industry certificates and licenses.

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.

• Understanding of computer & electronic usage required.

• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that is in good standing as defined by Lucas Tree Experts.

• Basic Mechanical Skills required.

• Heavy equipment operator experience.

• Maintenance experience.

• Logging/forestry experience.

• Class 3 License an asset, obtain a CDL within the first 6 months of employment(this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).

• Tree Experience required (position requires ground cutting with chain saw).

• Must be able to accept responsibility as well as follow written and verbal orders.

• Must be punctual and reliable.

• Previous mowing experience preferred.

• Must be able to process mapping & have general map reading abilities.

• Should be able to obtain and maintain first aid certification.

• Must be able to pass the Electrical Hazards Program within the first 30 days of employment.

• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather and environmental conditions. The position requires walking on uneven ground and lifting 50-75 lbs

• Should be able to obtain and maintain licenses (i.e. Arborist, Pesticide) as required by the position (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).

• Lucas Tree requires the successful completion of a post offer physical with drug screen and a Background Check with MVR.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on training, utilizing our Operational Training Manual as a road map for advancement; this also includes paying for employees to obtain necessary licensing as well as paid educational courses for advancement in the industry.