Grapple Truck Material Handling Operator - Utilities (GA)

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Salvage is currently seeking skilled individuals to operate rear-mounted Grapple Trucks to load wooden materials such as utility poles, reels, and pallets. If you enjoy working outside and following a procedure to ensure safety and accuracy, then this is the career for you! At we focus on results and getting the job completed the right way, the first time. To be considered you MUST have previous experience operating a knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple. This position requires a CDL A or B and traveling throughout the state of Georgia.

DUTIES, TASKS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Picking up powerline poles using a rear mounted log loader grapple boom
• Loading trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced environment
• Operating a chainsaw
• Removing debris at sites using log loader boom
• Able to work long hours, overtime, and possible weekends in various weather conditions
• Willing to travel during the work week, typically home on weekends
• Filling out daily paperwork
• Ability to use a smartphone, GPS, and Electronic Logging Device

POSITION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Able to work long hours, in all weather conditions
• Hold valid driver’s license, a CDL is required
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Follow all Safety Program, Policies and Procedures
• Completely and accurately fill out daily paperwork
• Able to learn the basic use of a smartphone
• Basic mechanical knowledge in order to make small repairs (change hydraulic hose, grease and lube, safety walk around inspection)
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test and random drug tests after hiring

BENEFITS OF :

• Competitive hourly pay
• Typically, 50-60 hours a week, with time and a half pay after 40 hours
• All lodging paid for by company
• $35 per diem
• Full health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
• 401(K) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off
• Stable work through all seasons with, full time work through the winter