Equipment Operator

This position will cover parts of Southern Aroostook County as well as our Chester location

Position Summary: The equipment operator supports Treeline’s construction and forestry operations by safely operating heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, compactors, front end loaders, delimbers, skidders, skid steers, dump trucks (with licensure) and other machinery used in our various operations The operator ensures efficient production flow, proper handling of logs and lumber, and adherence to Treeline’s strong safety culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Contributes to developing and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Maintains personal safety and watches out for the safety of others.
• Accept and appreciate your fellow team member’s watching out for your safety and offering suggestions or advice
• Complies with all OSHA safety guidelines.
• Communicates with team members and customers in a positive and collaborative manner. 
• Communicate both effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, on the cellphone and via two-way radio.
• Consistently maintains a positive and problem-solving attitude.  
• Maintain an OSHA approved first aid kit.
• Understands and adheres to Treeline’s employment handbook.
• Operate the equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Advise Job Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
• Participate in routine maintenance.
• Cross train in other positions as deemed appropriate by the site foreman.
• Work in an efficient way as a team member. 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned