Forestry Equipment Operator – Travel-Heavy Field Role

Markit! Forestry Management LLC; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and personal time

Company retirement match

Career development training

Annual performance reviews

Job summary

Markit! Forestry Management LLC is seeking a full-time forestry equipment operator to support projects across Arizona. You will operate heavy machinery, perform maintenance, and work closely with foremen and the superintendent to ensure safety and efficiency on site.

Requirements include 1–3 years of heavy equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check. Travel may be extensive; lodging and per diem provided, with an emphasis on teamwork and physical

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience operating heavy machinery (forestry preferred).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team or independently.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and have a valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to perform strenuous outdoor work on rough terrain and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate Markit!’s heavy forestry equipment on projects across Arizona.
• Perform chainsaw felling, directional felling, limbing and bucking.
• Manage slash operations and road work; assist with site cleanup.
• Complete daily inspections and coordinate with Fleet Department for repairs.
• Adhere to safety standards and participate in site training.
• Spend overnights at project sites as needed.
• General forestry labor and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Communication

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Tools

Heavy forestry equipment (skidder, feller buncher, log loader)

Job description

Markit! Forestry Management LLC is seeking a full-time forestry equipment operator to support projects across Arizona. You will operate heavy machinery, perform maintenance, and work closely with foremen and the superintendent to ensure safety and efficiency on site.

Requirements include 1–3 years of heavy equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check. Travel may be extensive; lodging and per diem provided, with an emphasis on teamwork and physical