Heavy Equipment Operator – Field Ops for Wildfire Mitigation

BurnBot; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

BurnBot in Placerville, CA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Field Operations team. You will be responsible for operating heavy machinery to conduct prescribed fire fuel treatments, ensuring safety standards are met and fostering customer satisfaction through effective service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with heavy equipment and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License. This role offers competitive pay based on experience, with travel up to 75% required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years operating heavy equipment such as feller bunchers and mulchers.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License within first 90 days.
• Ability to perform field diagnostics and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and forestry machinery in the field.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and field maintenance on machinery.
• Comply with all state and federal regulations.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Customer service skills

Field diagnostics and equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw

Heavy machinery

Job description

BurnBot in Placerville, CA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Field Operations team. You will be responsible for operating heavy machinery to conduct prescribed fire fuel treatments, ensuring safety standards are met and fostering customer satisfaction through effective service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with heavy equipment and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License. This role offers competitive pay based on experience, with travel up to 75% required.