CDL Equipment Operator — Outdoor Heavy Machinery Pro

Grays Tree Service; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & holidays

OT opportunities

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision

HSA / FSA options

Pre-tax commuter

Legal assistance

Additional insurance

Company gear

Training & licensing

Career progression

Team-oriented environment

Storm support & weekend work

Job summary

Gray’s Tree Service in Birmingham, AL seeks a skilled CDL Equipment Operator to join our outdoor-focused team. You will safely operate a range of heavy equipment including grapple trucks, cranes, and knuckle booms, while aiding tree care crews on various job sites.

You must have a valid CDL (class A or B) with air brake endorsement and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, with some weekends and storm response.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and commercial trucks.
• Able to operate manual-transmission equipment and various machinery.
• Background in outdoor equipment operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate CDL vehicles and equipment between job sites.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting logs and materials.
• Support ground operations and use ropes, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Operate chippers, stump grinders, skid steers, and knuckle booms as trained.
• Perform routine inspections and report issues promptly.
• Follow safety procedures and ANSI tree care standards.
• Collaborate with climbers, crew, foremen, and other operators for safe operations.
• Assist with traffic and pedestrian control as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and work outdoors in varied weather.
• Participate in storm cleanup, emergency response, and occasional weekends.
• Engage in company-provided training to develop skills.

Skills

CDL license

Air brake endorsement

Experience with heavy equipment

Team oriented

Safety awareness

Job description

Gray’s Tree Service in Birmingham, AL seeks a skilled CDL Equipment Operator to join our outdoor-focused team. You will safely operate a range of heavy equipment including grapple trucks, cranes, and knuckle booms, while aiding tree care crews on various job sites.

You must have a valid CDL (class A or B) with air brake endorsement and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, with some weekends and storm response.