Press Operator - All Widths jobs in Chico, CA

Summary/objective

An Operator operates a variety of equipment and machines with attachments to move timber, forest or construction products.

Essential functions

• Ability to perform selective tree thinning.
• Have good judgement regarding site, terrain, and weather conditions for safe equipment operation.
• Other tasks may include assisting with other operations at the job site such as maintenance of other equipment.
• Segmenting felled trees into individual logs using a chainsaw.
• Grading felled timber using tape measure and lumber crayons.
• Must have substantial mechanical intelligence and experience trouble shooting and repairing small engines, heavy equipment maintenance and/or vehicle maintenance including.
• 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 checks 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.
• Follow work order instructions from supervisor.
• Ensures that the job site is left in safe condition.
• Maintains good housekeeping on equipment.
• Operates a chainsaw when needed.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions; communicate with supervisors, co-workers and the public effectively.
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Able to comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel and work overtime when required.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback' contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; reacts well under pressure; approaches others in a tactful manner; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate respect and consideration to others regardless of status or position.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

• All work is performed outside in all types of various weather (i.e. heat, cold, wind, sun and inclement weather, etc.)
• Exposure to all types of terrain.
• Exposure to all elements of nature on a regular basis.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc.

Physical demands: The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to push and pull with hands, arms, and feet repetitively.
• Must have good visual and auditory physical capabilities in order to manage sight and sounds in a hazardous construction environment.
• Able to push, pull, climb, sit, and stretch regularly while performing the essential functions of the job.
• Able to be alert and cognitive of multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including awareness of other employees, subcontractors, machinery, equipment, and moving traffic when applicable.
• Ability to work around loud noises.
• Coordination between hands, eyes, feet to guide equipment and objects is required.
• Must be able to mount and dismount safely off vehicles and equipment.
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to work overtime as requested.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel required

• Position travels outside the local area but usually within Northern California

Required education and experience

• 2-5 years’ experience running a mechanical feller buncher.

Preferred education and experience

• High School education or equivalent (Preferred)
• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Forestry: 1 year (Preferred)
• Heavy equipment operator: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical Knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)

Additional eligibility requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Clean Driving Record: 5 years (Required).
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.