Grapple Truck Operator (Utilities - Missouri) 100% Travel

National Salvage & Service Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Lodging provided by company

Health benefits including medical

401(K) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Salvage & Service Corporation is seeking an experienced Grapple Truck operator with a Class A or B CDL to operate a rear-mounted grapple and work outdoors. This role involves traveling for projects, safety-focused practices, and hands-on operation of knuckle boom equipment.

The position requires CDL Class A or B, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and the capability to pass pre-employment and random drug tests. Daytime hours, with potential overtime and weekends, are available.

Qualifications

• Must hold CDL Class A or B.
• Experience operating knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work long hours, overtime, and possible weekends.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and random drug tests after hiring.
• Able to use a smartphone and GPS for daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Pick up powerline poles using a rear-mounted log loader boom.
• Load trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate a chainsaw.
• Remove debris at sites using log loader boom.
• Fill out daily paperwork.
• Use smartphone, GPS, and Electronic Logging Device.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Grapple Truck operation

Safety awareness

Pre-employment drug testing

Smartphone usage

Basic mechanical knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

Are you an experienced Grapple Truck operator with a Class A or B CDL looking for an exciting opportunity to work outdoors and travel around. National Salvage is on the hunt for experienced professionals like you to join our team. In this role, you’ll take the wheel of our rear-mounted Grapples.

If you’re someone who thrives in the open air and takes pride in getting the job done right the first time, this is the career move you’ve been waiting for. At National, safety, precision, and results are at the core of everything we do.

To succeed in this role, you must have hands-on experience operating a knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple with a Class A or B CDL.

Enjoy the stability of a Monday - Friday schedule with daytime hours, all while contributing to projects that make a difference.

DUTIES, TASKS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Picking up powerline poles using a rear mounted log loader boom
• Loading trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced environment
• Operating a chainsaw
• Removing debris at sites using log loader boom
• Able to work long hours, overtime, and possible weekends in various weather conditions
• Filling out daily paperwork
• Ability to use a smartphone, GPS, and Electronic Logging Device

POSITION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Able to work long hours, in all weather conditions
• Hold valid driver’s license, a CDL CLASS A or B is required
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Follow all Safety Program, Policies and Procedures
• Completely and accurately fill out daily paperwork
• Able to learn the basic use of a smartphone
• Basic mechanical knowledge in order to make small repairs (change hydraulic hose, grease and lube, safety walk around inspection)
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test and random drug tests after hiring
• Physical Requirements: Stand, Walk, Climb, Bend, Twist, Move Throughout the Day, Use Hands in Repetitive Motions, Repeat Same Movements, walk on uneven terrain, Lift 50 pounds, and Exposed to Loud Noises. This is an Outdoor Position, and you will be exposed to all weather elements.

BENEFITS OF NATIONAL:

• Competitive hourly pay
• All lodging paid for by company
• Full health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
• 401(K) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off
• Stable work through all seasons with, full time work through the winter
• Comprehensive Wellness program - offering 1:1 wellness coaching session

This job description is not intended to be comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Verification of your right to work in the United States, as demonstrated by your completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and your submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying your identity and work authorization within three days of starting employment. For your convenience, a copy of the Form I-9 List of Acceptable Documents is enclosed for your review.

Satisfactory completion of a background investigation, for which the required notice and consent forms are enclosed.

Successful completion and passing a drug and alcohol test. All job applicants are subject to drug and alcohol testing.

National Salvage & Service Corporation and its related entities are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.