Heavy Equipment (Knuckleboom) Operator

Hiring Immediately to fill the position prior to Monday, February 3, 2025!!! Initially, full time for 15 days then decreased to part time with potential to become full time in the future.

The pay rate of $20.00 is open to negotiation based on experience.

Duties:
-Primary duty is to operate a mobile knuckleboom (mobile crane) to load/unload logs onto log trucks.

- Operate various types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to backhoe, , bulldozer, motor grader, and utility tractor.
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintain roads, assist with placing or removing irrigation from log piles, perform machine repair and other duties as assigned.
- Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements:
- Proven experience in operating heavy equipment primarily a knuckleboom. Experience with other heavy equipment such as excavator, bulldozer, and/or a utility tractor are strongly preferred.
- Valid driver's license.
- Strong knowledge of safety procedures and protocols related to heavy equipment operation.
- Physical stamina to operate heavy machinery for extended periods of time in both open & closed cab equipment.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• knuckleboom or similar machine: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bloomingdale, GA 31302 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bloomingdale, GA 31302: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20