Remote Skidder Operator (Teleoperation)

Kodama Systems Inc.; Shreveport (LA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Vacation Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision, and more

Travel stipends

Meal stipends

PPE stipends

Job summary

Kodama Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Skidder Operator to join our remote-driven forestry platform. This role primarily works from home with periodic trips to project sites for field support and reporting in person as needed.

The position requires 2+ years operating logging machines (prefer skidder experience), willingness to travel, and the ability to work long shifts. Compensation ranges $200-300 per day, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating logging machines, preference for skidders.
• Ability to sit for long durations and maintain sound situational awareness.
• Willingness to travel for special deployments and extend shifts with notice.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience operating logging machines

Preference for skidders

Willingness to travel

Job description

Kodama Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Skidder Operator to join our remote-driven forestry platform. This role primarily works from home with periodic trips to project sites for field support and reporting in person as needed.

The position requires 2+ years operating logging machines (prefer skidder experience), willingness to travel, and the ability to work long shifts. Compensation ranges $200-300 per day, with overtime as required.