Equipment Operator CDL- St Francisville, Louisiana

Equipment Operator with CDL – St Francisville, Louisiana

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: EQUIP
014992

• Posted:
  March 4, 2026
• Full‑Time
• Rate: $21 USD per hour

St Francisville, Louisiana, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $24 USD This is an estimated pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes

The Equipment Operator with CDL operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson.
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Remains informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.

• Knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Possesses physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment.
• Can enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Can work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Can hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Can obtain and maintain first‑aid certification and CPR.
• Can wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Has good vision and is attentive.
• Has and maintains a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position; has and maintains a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Can write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Can maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Can communicate with others.
• Has endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day.
• Can travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877‑418‑2999.

This is a full‑time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401(k).

Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns, please contact our HR department.