Skidder Operator

2 months ago


Benson, United States Black Creek Forestry Full time $50,000 - $70,000
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are recruiting a Skidder Herbicide Applicator to join our team We are a forestry company that primarily does chemical and mechanical site prep and reforestation in eastern NC.  We are looking for a qualified individual to operate one of our spray machines that sprays chemicals from the back of a skidder.  We work east of Raleigh from Va line to the SC line.  There is occasional out of town work but mostly just long days this time of year.  Average day M-F 10-12 hours per day    The successful candidate will have an understanding of the abilities of their machine in different landscapes and learn to be productive while also doing a good job.  Successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn understory burning, running tree planting crews, and driving other equipment as well. Log skidder experience preferred. 100% health insurance included and covered by company. Pay is up to $20 per hour depending on experience plus OT.  

Responsibilities:

  • Operate a skidder sprayer on forested tracts    
  • Safely use pesticides and electronics to do the work efficiently
  • Some heavy lifting is necessary 
  • Adhere to safety policies and procedures
  • There will be opportunities to do a lot of other types of work such as tree planting and controlled burning as well

Qualifications:

  • Experience in the woods as a log skidder operator or some types of woods experience is preferred
  • CDL Class A license is a plus but not necessary
  • A general understanding of motors, wiring, and equipment is necessary to do the job well 
  • Ability to handle physical workload
  • Strong work ethic
Company Descriptionwe are a small forestry company serving landowners all over eastern NCCompany Descriptionwe are a small forestry company serving landowners all over eastern NC