Heavy Equipment Operator/Wood Recycling Yard

About Tremson Corp Tremson Corp. is a full-service, family-owned and operated land clearing, wood recycling, and mulch production company with over 40 years of experience in the industry. We take on some of the most challenging and successful projects in the Tri-State area, servicing Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Litchfield, and Fairfield counties. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, efficiency and reliability. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dedicated and equipment operator to join our team. Position Overview Tremson is seeking a Recycling Yard Operator / Supervisor to manage day-to-day activity in our recycling yard. This is a hands-on role that combines equipment operation, traffic coordination, and oversight of incoming and outgoing material. The right candidate will be comfortable running equipment, directing traffic, and maintaining control of a busy yard environment . Key Responsibilities Manage incoming dumping customers and ensure smooth traffic flow throughout the yard Check tickets and verify material quantities (yardage) Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable materials or contamination Direct and coordinate multiple trucks and vehicles in the yard at once Operate excavator to process wood, shear stumps, and prepare material for grinder Operate loader to load mulch and materials for customers Maintain organized material piles and safe working conditions Communicate with drivers, customers, and internal team members to keep operations efficient Monitor and maintain general yard cleanliness and order Required Skills & Experience Minimum of 2 years experience operating excavators and wheel loaders Ability to manage a fast-paced yard environment with multiple trucks moving at once Strong awareness of safety, traffic flow, and job site coordination Ability to identify unacceptable materials and enforce yard rules Reliable, organized, and able to take control of daily operations Preferred (Not Required) Experience operating wood shredders and stacking conveyors Experience running a barko/log loader Experience using chainsaws for processing material Background in recycling, land clearing, or mulch production operations What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Consistent, year-round work Opportunity to take ownership of yard operations Growth opportunities within a growing company

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Safety equipment provided Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person