Job Description:
Heavy Equipment Operator – Vegetation Management
EK Land Management (EKLM)
$70,000–$100,000 per year | Full-Time | Travel Required
EK Land Management is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operatorto perform vegetation management along powerline rights-of-way. This is a traveling position requiring employees to commute to job sites and remain on-site until the project is completed. Work is year round.
Food and lodging are provided while traveling for work.
Responsibilities:
Operate Skytrim and Jarraff trimmers
Perform vegetation and tree removal around powerlines
Conduct routine equipment maintenance and safety inspections
Communicate with crew members and supervisors to maintain a safe and efficient work environment
Maintain clean and organized equipment, job sites, and staging areas
Follow all safety protocols and procedures and properly use required PPE
Represent EK Land Management professionally with clients, landowners, and the public
Travel and commute to assigned job sites as required
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment operation experience
Valid driver's license
Ability to commute to or relocate to job sites throughout Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma
Willingness and ability to work required overtime
Willingness to travel and remain at job sites for extended periods
Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a crew
CDL preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
$70,000–$100,000 annual salary
Overtime required
Annual performance bonus
Annual bonus increases based on performance and time with the company
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Retirement benefits
Food and lodging provided while working away from home
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced heavy equipment operator looking for steady work, strong earning potential, and a long-term career with a growing company.
