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Equipment Operator – Forestry/Land Clearing/Pipeline Construction

Frontier Environmental
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Frontier Environmental Services is hiring experienced Equipment Operators to support the forestry clearing phase of pipeline construction and environmental projects throughout PA, WV, and OH. You will be responsible for safely and skillfully operating heavy equipment including Rotobec and Feller Buncher to perform various activities with minimal disruption to the surrounding improvements and infrastructure.

What You Get

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, and 401(k) with match
  • State-of-the-art equipment
  • Steady work is a safety-always work environment

You will:

  • Operate Feller Buncher, Rotobec, excavator, dozer, and similar equipment
  • Perform timber clearing, brush removal, grading, excavating, and backfilling
  • Work in wooded, steep, and uneven terrain
  • Inspect and maintain equipment for safe operation
  • Work with ground crews to move materials safely
  • Load, transport, and secure equipment between job sites
  • Follow all company, client, and safety requirements

Qualifications:

  • 2 years heavy equipment experience required
  • Forestry, logging, clearing, or pipeline experience preferred
  • Experience with Feller Buncher / Rotobec strongly preferred
  • Must pass drug screen and background check
  • Must be able to travel and work extended hours as needed

Working conditions:

Outdoor work in all weather conditions. Frequent lifting, climbing, standing, and operating heavy equipment for extended periods.

Frontier Environmental Services is a leader in infrastructure construction, site reclamation, and ongoing maintenance in the energy industry. Founded in 1992, Frontier Environmental Services is a turnkey, full-service contractor, primarily serving operations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.

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