Operator – Clearing

C.J. Miller Llc; Hampstead (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night Shift Differential

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

Annual Company Picnic

Job summary

C.J. Miller Llc in Hampstead, Maryland is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator to join our land clearing crew. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years operating heavy machinery, including shears and tree saws, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and effective communication with the team.

The company values a strong work ethic and offers benefits including paid time off and 401(k). Join a team that emphasizes quality work and employee recognition through various safety programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment in land clearing, forestry, or construction.
• Physical abilities include climbing, lifting, and performing various tasks on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment like excavators and skid steers for land clearing.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.

Skills

Experience operating heavy machinery

Proficient with root rake, shear, and tree saw attachments

Understanding of safe equipment operation and field safety practices

Ability to read site plans or take verbal instructions

Job description

Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Equipment Operator to join our land clearing crew. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy machinery equipped with root rakes, shears, and tree saws for vegetation management, site preparation, and land clearing projects.

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, skid steers, or dozers equipped with:
  • Root rakes for clearing brush, stumps, and debris
  • Shears for cutting and processing trees
  • Tree saws for precision cutting and vegetation control
• Clear land in preparation for development, utility installation, or right-of-way maintenance
• Follow site plans and directions from supervisors to efficiently and safely clear designated areas
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic preventative maintenance
• Ensure safe operation in compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors regarding progress, obstacles, or hazards
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment
• Assist with other clearing or construction tasks as needed
• Situational Awareness – Ability to assess surroundings and work safely in dynamic or high-traffic environments.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures precise operation, proper material placement, and adherence to site specifications.
• Communication Skills – Effectively communicates with crew members, supervisors, and other site personnel.
• Problem Solving – Able to adapt to unexpected issues on the job site and find safe, efficient solutions.
• Time Management – Manages tasks effectively to stay on schedule and meet project deadlines.
• Teamwork & Reliability – Works well with others, shows up on time, and consistently follows through.
• Adaptability – Comfortable adjusting to different job sites, work conditions, and equipment types.

Position Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years operating heavy equipment in land clearing, forestry, or construction
• Skills:
  • Proficient with root rake, shear, and tree saw attachments
  • Understanding of safe equipment operation and field safety practices
  • Ability to read site plans or take verbal instructions

Physical Demands/Requirements:

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• The ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, use construction personnel hoists, climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently or up to 100 pounds with assistance
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work onsite at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

Our Culture

In business for over 60 years, C.J. Miller is a company with a strong focus on “doing good work.” We are a growing company, but one where we treat our employees like family. We hold an annual company picnic and encourage safe practices through our “Miller Bucks Safety/Performance Program,” where employees are awarded points to use in our online store when they follow safety protocols and avoid any violations or preventable accidents or damage. Our employees have a strong work ethic and this year alone, we had several employees celebrating 30 or 35-year anniversaries with the company.

• Night Shift Differential
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• Annual Company Picnic