Remote Skidder Operator (Teleoperation & Field Support)

Kodama Systems, Inc.; Louisiana (MO); Remote; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Vacation Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision, and more

Travel stipends

Job summary

Kodama Systems in forestry technology seeks a Remote Skidder Operator to drive skidder operations from home and support project sites as needed.

The role emphasizes remote control of logging equipment, field feedback, travel to sites occasionally, and extended shifts with notice; Eastern/Central time zones preferred. Candidates should have 2+ years of skidder experience and a valid US driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating logging machines, preference for skidders.
• Willingness to travel for 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. Driver's License.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Skidders

Remote operation

Field travel

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Kodama Systems in forestry technology seeks a Remote Skidder Operator to drive skidder operations from home and support project sites as needed.

The role emphasizes remote control of logging equipment, field feedback, travel to sites occasionally, and extended shifts with notice; Eastern/Central time zones preferred. Candidates should have 2+ years of skidder experience and a valid US driver's license.