What are the responsibilities and job description for the BEASLEY TIMBER LOGGING - GA -SKIDDER OPERATOR position at THE BEASLEY GROUP?
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Must be able to skid harvested timber to the loader.
- Must have good work ethics and willing to work with and assist co-workers.
- Must be aware of SMZ (stream management zones) areas.
- Must read and understand “Georgia’s Best Management Practices for Forestry” Manual.
Primary Duties:
- Must check engine oil, coolant, and hydraulic levels at the beginning of each shift.
- Must inspect equipment for leaks or damaged hydraulic lines before operating. Report leaks and/or damages to the crew leader.
- Must service machine, such as lubricating, as the crew leader recommends.
- Must keep de-limber cleared of debris.
- Must know if landowner wants debris put in pile(s) or scattered in logging site.
- Must be able to transport loader to the loading deck.
- Must transport loader with landing gear not too far off ground (less than 2 feet) as this causes a potential rollover of the equipment.
- Must not overload machine to prevent front tires leaving the ground and the operator’s losing control of the machine. Also, overloading may cause machine damage.
Secondary Duties:
- Must wear appropriate PPE when necessary.
- Must complete all applicable maintenance videos.
- Must complete all applicable safety videos.
- Must be able to operate winch to tow other machinery or trucks stuck in bogs.
- Must be trained in lockout/tagout procedures when machine is being inspected or repaired.
- Must wear leather gloves when handling cable on winch.
- Must wear a hard hat and orange vest when on the ground.
Skills Needed to Perform Job:
- Previous experience is preferred; however, on-the-job training from an experienced loader operator is an option.