Crane Operator in Tree Care

Air Comfort, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company gear and swag

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employer funded training and licensing opportunities

Flexible insurance options

Job summary

Gray's Tree Service is hiring Crane Operators in Birmingham, Alabama. The position requires a Class A or B Commercial Driving License, and involves driving a grapple truck and assisting with debris management. Candidates should have a positive attitude, be able to work outside in varied weather, and work a schedule of 7am to 5pm Monday through Friday, plus required Saturdays. Gray's offers competitive pay, benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A or B CDL.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Experience as a Crane Operator in Tree Care or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive a grapple truck between job sites picking up debris.
• Assist in loading and unloading tree debris and other materials.
• Work scheduled hours from 7am to 5pm Monday through Friday.

Skills

Class A or B Commercial Driving License

Positive work ethic and attitude

Ability to work outside in nearly any weather

Job description

Gray’s Tree Service is looking to hire Crane Operators with an active CDL to join their growing tree service crews. In this position, you may drive a grapple truck between job sites picking up debris as required. This role requires active individuals who can assist in loading and unloading tree debris and other materials. Experience with grapple trucks is not required, however a CDL is a must.

If you have a positive attitude, a Class A or B Commercial Driving License, and you’re got experience running a manual crane, we want to talk to you about our stable, long-term opportunity.

This job’s schedule is from 7am to 5pm Monday through Friday, with every other Saturday required as well.

Requirements

• Class A or B Commercial Driving License
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Experience as a Crane Operator in Tree Care or similar
• Clean driving record
• Reliable transportation
• A positive work ethic and attitude
• Ability to work outside in nearly any weather
• Work every other Saturday

Why choose Gray's?

• Company gear and swag
• Competitive wage
• Employer funded training and licensing opportunities
• Career progression and leadership opportunities
• Team environment
• Ability to learn and work with heavy machinery etc.

Benefits

Employees who work 30+ hours per week are considered full-time and become eligible for our benefits after just 30 days of employment.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for 40+ hours per week
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays for work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities during storm cleanup and peak seasons
• Long‑term disability insurance (employer paid)
• Short‑term disability insurance (employer paid)
• Basic life & AD&D insurance (employer paid)
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match to help you save for the future
• Flexible Insurances Options: Employees can choose the health, dental, and vision plans that best fit their needs and budget, giving control over premiums and out‑of‑pocket costs.

Health Insurance (Cigna Plans)

• Cigna OAP (Open Access Plus) – broad provider access
• Cigna OAP IN – in‑network focused, lower out‑of‑pocket costs
• Cigna HDHP (High‑Deductible Health Plan) – lower premiums with HSA compatibility

Dental Insurance (Cigna Plans)

• 2025 Cigna Dental PPO Low Plan – basic coverage at a lower premium
• 2025 Cigna Dental PPO High Plan – enhanced coverage with higher benefits

Vision Insurance (Cigna Plan)

• 2025 Cigna Vision Plan – comprehensive coverage for exams, lenses, and frames

Additional Optional Benefits

• The option of a Health Savings Account (HSA) with $250 employer contribution if on a High‑Deductible Health Plan, or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health, dental/vision, and dependent care.
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits (parking, transit, vanpool)
• Legal assistance plan
• Supplemental coverage options: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance