Forestry Technician Mastication
Job Location:
Job Location:
Jackson, MO - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 25 - 40
Hourly Salary:
Posted on:
22 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Forestry Technician - Mastication
Job Description: This position will help Markit! execute various forestry projects and be responsible for assisting in the proper maintenance preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools chainsaws chippers and heavy machinery. This position will report to and work closely with the Project Foreman and Superintendent.
Location:Projects may be located throughout the State of California and surrounding states.
Travel: 50-75% but may be up to 100% depending on the project assignment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Job Description: This position will help Markit! execute various forestry projects and be responsible for assisting in the proper maintenance preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools chainsaws chippers and heavy machinery. This position will report to and work closely with the Project Foreman and Superintendent.
Location:Projects may be located throughout the State of California and surrounding states.
Travel: 50-75% but may be up to 100% depending on the project assignment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Operate Markit!s heavy forestry equipment (e.g. Masticator Skidder Feller Buncher Log Loader Harvester Delimber Dozer Excavator Chipper) as appropriate for each project.
- Perform chainsaw felling operations including directional felling limbing and bucking.
- Manage slash operations including lop-and-scatter chipping and hauling.
- Perform road work excavation lifting work site clean-up etc.
- Control erosion by contour felling and LEB creation and installation.
- Responsible for completing and submitting proper daily inspections and maintenance on assigned machine(s) requesting any necessary repairs/maintenance from the Fleet Department.
- Adhere to Markit!s safety standards and promote safety culture among crew members including the proper use of machinery and equipment and resolve problems when they arise.
- Participate in weekly job site maintenance training conducted by the Foreman.
- Perform equipment repairs/maintenance.
- Prepare to spend multiple overnights at project sites as necessary.
- General forestry labor as necessary and appropriate.
- Minimum 1- 3 years of experience in forestry industry operating heavy machinery mastication experience is strongly preferred.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Must possess a valid drivers license and a clean driving record.
- Must pass pre-employment background check.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Have the ability and desire to perform strenuous outdoor work on rough terrain in a variety of inclement weather conditions.
- Quick and able learner with strong leadership skills and a keen eye for details and good decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and stress and handle emergency situations.
- Effectively complete work projects on time.
- Ability to utilize safety procedures.
- Physical ability to bend squat lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Technical skills and ability to use a smart phone and/or tablet.
- Must have reliable transportation to from and while working on the job site.
- English required.
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Full-time year-round work with minimal down days.
- Competitive wages.
- Annual reviews.
- Health insurance including medical dental and vision.
- Supplementary insurance including life short and long term insurance.
- Paid holidays vacation and personal time.
- Retirement with company match.
- Company provided training for career advancement.
Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Markit! executes sustainable forestry management and habitat improvement projects throughout the southwestern United States to prevent naturally occurring threats to natural resources and community...
