Forestry Mulcher Operator — Field Crew Leader

ISA Certified Arborist; Siloam Springs (AR); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist in Arkansas is seeking a Forestry Mulcher Operator to operate a mulcher and heavy equipment to clear branches and tree material from electrical lines. Candidates must have forestry mulcher experience.

The role emphasizes safety, outdoor work in varying weather, readiness for storm restoration travel, and a full-time position with benefits including health insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forestry mulcher; heavy equipment experience preferred in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical or military fields.
• Knowledgeable about daily maintenance and safe operation of all equipment used.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License; CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate trucks over 26,000 lbs.
• Willingness to travel for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Prepare equipment and materials for each day’s work as directed.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson.
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist other crew members and take a leadership role when required.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris and sets up safety barriers.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Leadership when required

Outdoor work

Communication

CPR first-aid certified

CDL

DOT medical card

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist in Arkansas is seeking a Forestry Mulcher Operator to operate a mulcher and heavy equipment to clear branches and tree material from electrical lines. Candidates must have forestry mulcher experience.

The role emphasizes safety, outdoor work in varying weather, readiness for storm restoration travel, and a full-time position with benefits including health insurance and PTO.