Equipment Operator – Forestry/Land Clearing/Pipeline Construction
About The Position
Frontier Environmental Services is hiring experienced Equipment Operators to support forestry clearing for pipeline construction and environmental projects throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. Operators safely and skillfully operate heavy equipment, including Rotobec and Feller Buncher, while minimizing disruption to surrounding improvements and infrastructure. The work includes timber clearing, brush removal, grading, excavating, and backfilling in wooded, steep, and uneven terrain. Operators inspect and maintain equipment, coordinate with ground crews to move materials safely, and load, transport, and secure equipment between job sites. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions and may require travel and extended hours as needed.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of heavy equipment experience.
- Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must be able to travel and work extended hours as needed.
- Frequent lifting, climbing, and standing, as well as operating heavy equipment for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Forestry, logging, clearing, or pipeline experience preferred.
- Experience with Feller Buncher or Rotobec strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate Feller Buncher, Rotobec, excavator, dozer, and similar equipment.
- Perform timber clearing, brush removal, grading, excavating, and backfilling.
- Work in wooded, steep, and uneven terrain.
- Inspect and maintain equipment for safe operation.
- Work with ground crews to move materials safely.
- Load, transport, and secure equipment between job sites.
- Follow all company, client, and safety requirements.
- Operate equipment while minimizing disruption to surrounding improvements and infrastructure.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- State-of-the-art equipment.
- Steady work in a safety-always work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
