Grapple Truck Material Handling Operator - Utilities (GA)

Job Description

National 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 National 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 NATIONAL:

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

Full-time