Examples of Work Performed:

-This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Excavator Operator
-Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees
-Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on Trails, roads, highways, and bridges
-Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties
-Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions,
-The Excavator Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely
Responsibilities
-The Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and operate a excavator to remove materials in a safe manner
-Perform daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel; Visual inspection for obvious leaks and damage to machine before operation of equipment as well as safety equipment checks
-Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order
-Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired
-Be able to read blue prints, and operate Laser levels, GOS, and other quality control equipment.

Other duties as assigned
•To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily
•Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day
•Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions
•Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment
•Frequently operate and walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions
•Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions
•Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project
•Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery
Examples of other Work Performed:

Complete routine trail maintenance and construction on an assortment of trail types (ranging from mountain biking to multi-use) including, but not limited to, the following:
• Cleaning, constructing and restoring water bars and grade dips.
• Clearing and maintaining trail corridors to meet specifications.
• Marking trails with paint blazes and installing signage.
• Support the oversight and on-project training of Crew Member I and any volunteers working on project under the direction of the Trail Crew Leader and/or Trail Coordinator.
• Documenting and reporting trail Safety concerns and areas that need to be addressed through future maintenance.
• The installation of erosion control devices such as water bars, drains, check dams, and ditches.
• Construct wooden bridges, puncheon, and boardwalks.
• Install stone staircases, step stones, and retainer walls.
• Utilize power tools such as Chainsaws and brush saws to clear trees, saplings and blowdowns from trails. (Chainsaw training and certification is provided by BDD).
• Milling lumber and/or logs with a chainsaw.
• Utilize drills and other power tools for rock work, timber construction, and light carpentry projects.
• Utilize a variety of rigging, typically utilizing a grip hoist and/or a rope winch to move rocks, logs, soil, and other heavy materials on project sites.
• Operate small equipment such as power wheelbarrows as needed under the guidance and direction of the Trail Crew Leader and/or Trail Coordinator.
• Adhere to all applicable OSHA, VOSHA, and FPR safety guidelines at work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have the following skill sets (some advanced and technical skill training will be provided by FPR):

• Respectfully represent BDD at all times.
• Ability and willingness to work with other people.
• Knowledge of various trail maintenance and construction standards.
• Ability and willingness to care for, maintain and safely utilize chainsaws, hand tools and power tools. Basic trail maintenance and construction skills, or similar experience in property maintenance, forestry, construction, or landscaping.
• Knowledge and experience with basic carpentry skills (training will be provided on technical skills such as milling lumber with chainsaws, etc.).
• Knowledge of rockwork, including proper contact, understanding methods of dry-stacking rocks, along with quarrying and moving rocks.
• Understanding of the forces which affect trail surfaces such as surface water movement associated with varying topographies.
• Ability to camp on project for up to four nights per week in either front country campsites or back country spike camps.

Environmental Factors:
Duties are performed outdoors in all types of weather. Members must demonstrate the following:
• Lift heavy items, at times up to 50 lbs.
• Carry heavy loads over difficult terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity is needed to operate equipment and use tools.
• Camp in both front country and back country settings. (The crew will travel from various work areas and usally have access to housing in Airbnb Form, if available. Where developed campsite facilities are not available, the crew will establish and camp at a spike camp location close to the worksite location.)

Minimum Qualifications for Application:
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: At least one year of trail work or equivalent experience (landscaping, construction, gardening, outdoor experiential skills etc.). Valid Driver’s License,

Preferred experience (not requirements): Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Certification. Training in any methods of rock work or carpentry skills. Chainsaw certifications. Standard First Aid and CPR Certification. CDL. Welding and Fabrication. GIS and Cartography. Media and Photography

Additional Compensation: After one year we give 2 weeks of paid time off, and profit sharing, company trips to conferences and team building exercises

Provided by BDD: Safety equipment, Housing (Airbnb when available)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Part-time

Starting Pay: $23-25 Per Hour Depending on Experience

• Paid time off Schedule:
• Monday through Thursday
Company Trips
Profit sharing

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