Specialty Equipment Operator - West Jefferson, NC

LUCAS TREE EXPERTS; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-the-job training

Weekly incentives

Safety culture

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Work outdoors

Job summary

Lucas Tree Experts in West Jefferson, NC is hiring a Specialty Equipment Operator. This full-time outdoor role involves operating equipment like Jarraff and pruning and removing vegetation while learning the trade.

We provide free on-the-job training, licensing support, advancement opportunities, paid time off, a comprehensive benefits package, and a safety-first culture with weekly incentives.

Qualifications

• Must have Jarraff experience, ideally 5+ years.
• CDL preferred.
• Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.
• Must be 18+ with HS Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Physically capable of performing duties (e.g., walk on uneven ground, lift 75 lbs).
• Willing to obtain CDL A or B and other licenses/certifications to grow your career.
• Must pass a post-offer physical, drug screen, background, and motor vehicle check.

Responsibilities

• Manual removal of vegetation from work areas.
• Safely operate forestry equipment (woodchipper, hydraulic equipment, chainsaws).
• Perform line clearance, pruning, and removals.

Skills

Jarraff experience

CDL

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Jarraff

Chainsaws

Woodchipper

Job description

Specialty Equipment Operator

West Jefferson, NC

$25-$28

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Specialty Equipment Operator.

Currently seeking mechanically inclined, motivated individuals with relevant work experience. Applicants must be able to operate various types of equipment (e.g., jarraff, brush hog mowers, brontosaurus mower) and manually remove vegetation from work areas. The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated and willing to learn all aspects of the trade.

Lucas Tree Experts provides FREE on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in learning this skilled trade.

Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities?

Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way.

Why Lucas Tree Experts?

• Free On-the-Job Training
• High earning potential with weekly incentives
• Safety first culture
• Advancement opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Work outdoors!

This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Duties: manual removal of vegetation from work areas, safely operating various forestry equipment (woodchipper, hydraulic equipment, chainsaws) and performing line clearance, pruning, and removals.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have Jarraff experience, would like 5 years experience minimum.
• CDL Preferred
• Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.
• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
• Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (i.e., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs.)
• Must be willing to work at varying heights up to 75 feet.
• Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck & operate equipment safely.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL A or B license.
• Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career.
• Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including: Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs as well as a complete benefits package.

Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!