Forestry Groundsmen, Arborists, Operators, Tree Trimmers & Foreman

Roanoke, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 15 - 30

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lanracorp Inc. has several career positions available for ROW clearing ROW mowing and Tree Trimming. Our 2024 project schedule has us in immediate need of applicants from the veteran arborist to those just starting their career or those just interested in entering the forestry & vegetation management workforce. We have different levels of pay w/per diem but the earning potential depends on the individual & their drive to succeed. Lanracorp Laborers avg up to $53125/yr Operators $62500/yr and Forepersons $84375/yr. *Pay depends on hours worked level of experience as well as credentials like CDL A license Herbicide Applicators License Arborist certifications etc. These wages are estimated and are not a guarantee of pay.

We are currently seeking experienced (non-union) Operators Class A CDL Drivers & Foremen for right-of-way tree cutting felling chipping etc.

Primary responsibilities of these positions include:

Operating equipment (skid steers tractors etc.)

Vegetation maintenance of sites (i.e. cutting grass weed trimming tree-felling)

Documentation of work completed at each site via mobile device

Uploading documentation to company website via mobile device

Services truck and equipment maintaining them in neat clean and specified mechanical order

Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature i.e. irritating plants and biting or stinging insects dust etc.

Inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects

Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs

Ability to work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Clean lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment

Examine parts for damage or excessive wear

Accurately account for all time spent per job

REQUIRED SKILLS

Travel is a requirement - 10- 15 day trip minimum.

Must be able to wear necessary PPE as necessary.

Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record

CDL preferred but not required

Must be able to read and speak English

Basic skills for using a phone or tablet device for uploading photos and reporting data

Must have at least 1 year of experience of managing/leading a crew & effective problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Basic understanding of power equipment (trimmer lawn mower equipment rigs)

Must be able to write read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information

Must be able to communicate with others

Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain

Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day

Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and the requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.

We expect excellence from our employees. This means we offer a drug-free and safe working environment. All candidates must be able to pass a background check motor vehicle record check and drug screen.

BENEFITS

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid Time Off

IRA Match Program

Career Advancement Path Program

Experience:

Junior IC