(09) Technician II

Opterra Solutions, Inc. • Full-time • Lexington, SC, Lexington County, SC, US • 15h ago

The Technician is responsible for performing vegetation management services outdoors on customer sites which include industrial plant sites, utility substations, airports, railroads, distribution centers, telecom tower sites, and other commercial areas at or near business sites. Responsibilities Looking for crew members to join our Limb and Brush management crews. Primary responsibilities will include setting up and managing traffic control, keeping road clear of debris as equipment operates, tracking daily production and identifying issues/opportunities, and maintaining all equipment to keep downtime to a minimum. Must have experience working outdoors in the elements. Prior experience with tree service would be ideal. Prior experience with traffic control and DOT contract work would be ideal. Pay incentives available for CDL and verified experience on skid steer and side arm mower. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Experience of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience preferred. Ability to travel 75% by vehicle, with overnight travel throughout territory. Physical Requirements Must have the ability to sit, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day. Must have the ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or move equipment of 50 pounds or more. Must have the ability to drive company vehicles and equipment. Must have the ability to obtain a DOT medical card. Working Conditions Must have the ability to withstand exposure to various weather conditions while completing work assignments (rain, heat, humidity, sun, etc.). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Use a variety of techniques including chemical and mechanical methods to manage unwanted vegetation. Identify designated areas for treatment to determine which appropriate course of action. Develop plans to manage natural areas and resources. Cultivate turfgrass and implement growth regulation. Prepare chemicals or materials for work application. Apply knowledge of research findings to address environmental problems. Dispose of trash or waste materials. Remove debris or vegetation from work sites. Advise others about land management conservation. Record agriculture or forestry inventory data. Adhere to company policies and procedures. Adhere to safety procedures including conforming to all OSHA standards and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE). Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations. Keep record of usage and disposal of hazardous chemicals. Operate grounds maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, seed spreaders, straw blowers and snow blowers. Maintain and operate forestry or agricultural equipment such as tractors, UTVs, mowers, excavators, and similar equipment. Operate towed machines such as cutters and spreaders to cut and spray areas. Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites, with or without trailers to haul supplies and tools. Operate heavy equipment or vehicles with adjustable attachments to clear sites, or move materials. Walk beside or ride on machines while operating mechanisms at specified intervals. Load and unload containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand-trucks, forklifts, or transfer augers. Lift, push, and pull hoses or equipment into place for application. Manipulate controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery. Direct vehicle traffic including flagging motorists and setting out signs and cones. Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes. Perform preventative, routine maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment. Adjust, repair and service machinery and notify supervisors when machinery malfunctions. Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency. Confer with supervisors to make operational decisions. Participate in company meetings, trainings and state licensure programs. J-18808-Ljbffr

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