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Skidder Operator
Duties are running a skidder to move bunched turns of timber to the landing for processing. Some daily maintenance work is required as is fueling and greasing. Other tasks may include assisting with other operations at the job site such as maintenance on other equipment.
Position Overview: A skidder operator operates a rubber tired skidder machine which moves through the forest to pull and drag logs, or whole trees, to the roadside, where those logs are placed in a pile.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operates skidder and/or knuckle boom to drag and pull logs, or whole trees to hauling area
Perform multiple inspections throughout the day on equipment to check and maintain proper fluid levels, performance of the equipment, etc., using the company checklist as a guideline
Reports equipment needs and hazards to supervisor
Continuous safety check on the equipment (seat belt, fire extinguisher, lights, etc.) to ensure equipment is working properly and safely
Survey, evaluate and take measures to ensure work area is safe from any dangers (powerlines, utilities, co-workers, etc.)
Inspect all attachments to the machinery to ensure that they are operational and take the appropriate steps to correct
Follows work order instructions from supervisor
Ensures that job site is left in safe condition
Maintains good housekeeping on equipment
Operates a chainsaw when needed
Other duties as assigned
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