Harvester Operator, John Deere 1270G, California Projects (Housing Provided)

Ascent Forestry is hiring an experienced harvester operator to run our John Deere 1270G on fuels reduction and thinning projects in California. Housing is provided at the project.

We are a California mechanical forestry contractor working USFS and CalFire contracts. We run good iron, keep it maintained, and treat our operators like the professionals they are. Our current project is in Big Bear, California, with more work lined up across Northern and Central California.

THE JOB

• Run a JD 1270G wheeled harvester on thinning and fuels reduction units
• Work alongside our JD 1910G forwarder and a small, experienced crew
• Daily maintenance, greasing, and basic field repairs on your machine
• Follow prescriptions and marking guidelines; work clean around residual stands

WHAT WE WANT

• Cut to length harvester experience
• Solid on thinning prescriptions, not just clearcut volume
• Mechanically minded and able to troubleshoot in the field
• Valid driver's license and reliable attendance
• Willing to work on location in California (housing covered)

WHAT YOU GET

• Pay DOE, top pay for top operators
• Housing provided
• Steady contract work across Northern and Central California
• Well maintained equipment
• A company that moves fast and rewards people who perform

APPLY: https://ascentforestry.com/join-our-team