Remote Skidder Operator

Kodama Systems; Cullman (AL); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and more

Travel, meal, and PPE stipends

Job summary

Kodama Systems seeks an experienced Remote Skidder Operator to drive skidder operations remotely for commercial projects. The role involves occasional field visits for support and collaboration with the Kodama team to refine the remote-control system.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on skidder experience, strong communication, and willingness to travel for deployments. This is a primarily remote role with periodic woodland site trips and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating logging machines
• Willingness to travel and work overtime
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Remotely control skidder on commercial operations.
• Provide user feedback around the operation of remote logging machines.
• Coordinate with Kodama team to maintain machinery and develop the remote control system.
• Operate machine during engineering development windows outside of production shifts.
• Follow company work orders.
• Follow company safety protocols.
• Field support and machine maintenance as needed or per periodic scheduling.
• Contribute to cross-team company initiatives during non-operating time such as customer outreach, data tracking, and operation documentation.

Skills

Experience operating logging machines

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Remote Skidder Operator

Note - this is mostly a remote/ work from home (WFH) position but may require reporting in person to project sites or company events.

Candidates in Eastern Time Zone are preferred. Machines may be located in Eastern or Central Time Zones.

About Kodama:

Kodama Systems is a technology company building the future of forestry with teleoperation and shared autonomy. With our first remote-control platform, the RS1, machines can be driven from anywhere off project sites - improving safety, reducing costs, and addressing labor challenges across the timber industry. RS1 is currently deployed across the southeastern U.S. with more projects on the horizon. For more information, visit www.kodama.ai.

Position:

We are seeking an experienced Skidder Operator to grow with us. The ideal candidate has experience driving skidders in person and is excited about skidding on commercial job sites and further developing this technology platform to be a workforce multiplier.

Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: Ability to operate logging machines, specifically skidders
• Location: This position will be primarily a remote, work from home position but require periodic trips into the woods for field support
• Travel: Occasional travel to project sites, depending on company needs
• Hours: 40+ hrs per week, including extended work shifts given prior notice
• Compensation: $20-30/hr or equivalent annual salary, depending on experience.

Duties:

• Remotely control log skidder on commercial operations.
• Provide user feedback around the operation of remote logging machines
• Coordinate with Kodama team to maintain machinery and develop the remote control system.
• Operate machine during engineering development windows outside of production shifts
• Follow company work orders.
• Follow company safety protocols
• Field support and machine maintenance as needed or per periodic scheduling
• Contribute to cross-team company initiatives during non-operating time such as customer outreach, data tracking, and operation documentation.

Requirements:

• 2+ years experience operating logging machines, preference for skidders
• Willingness to travel at times for special deployments and work overtime
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to sit for long durations and maintain sound situational awareness
• Machine troubleshooting and repair knowledge
• Willingness to work extended work shifts with advanced notice
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks
• Valid U.S. Drivers License

Compensation + Benefits:

• $20-30 per hour, depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Travel, meal, and personal protective equipment stipends

Note – due to the volume of inquiries, not all applicants will receive a response.