Grapple Truck Operator (Utilities - Ohio) 100% Travel

National Salvage & Service Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Lodging provided

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Seasonal stability

Wellness program

Job summary

National Salvage & Service Corporation in Ohio seeks an experienced Grapple Truck Operator (Utilities) with 100% travel. You will drive a rear-mounted grapple, loading trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced outdoor setting and performing related duties.

A CDL Class A or B is required, with hands-on operation of knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple. The role offers daytime hours with travel, overtime, and potential weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A or B required.
• Experience operating knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to pass pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Willing to travel and work overtime/weekends.
• Hold valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-mounted grapple to pick poles.
• Load trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate a chainsaw.
• Remove debris at sites using log loader.
• Complete daily paperwork.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Work long hours in various weather conditions.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Knuckle boom operation

Log loader operation

Grapple operation

Safety compliance

Paperwork completion

Physical stamina

Smartphone/GPS use

Tools

Log loader

Chainsaw

GPS

ELD / Electronic Logging Device

Smartphone

Job description

Grapple Truck Operator (Utilities - Ohio) 100% Travel

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.