Skidder Operator

Jobtailor; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Cullman, AL is seeking an experienced operator for remotely controlled logging equipment. The role focuses on skidder operation, feedback on remote systems, and coordination with the Kodama team to keep machinery running safely.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, are willing to travel and work overtime, and can pass background checks with a valid U.S. driver’s license. Cross-team collaboration and diligent documentation are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Logging Machine Operation

Machine Troubleshooting

Remote Control System Development

Excellent Communication Skills

Valid U.S. Drivers License

Job description

• 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating logging machines, particularly skidders, while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and effective communication. Capable of troubleshooting and maintaining machinery, contributing to cross-team initiatives, and providing user feedback on remote logging systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Logging Machine Operation
• Machine Troubleshooting
• Remote Control System Development
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Valid U.S. Drivers License

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Logging Machine Operation
• Machine Troubleshooting
• Machine Maintenance
• Remote Control System Development

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Situational Awareness

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Drivers License

Industry Keywords

• Logging Operations
• Safety Protocols
• Field Support
• Customer Outreach
• Data Tracking
• Operation Documentation