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Maine Custom Woodlands

Horizontal Grinder Operator

Pay: $65,000–$75,000/yr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Durham, ME (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

Job Description

Equipment Operator - Horizontal Grinder & Excavator Maine Custom Woodlands Full-Time, Year-Round | Monday - Friday About Us Maine Custom Woodlands is a timber harvesting and excavation company operating across Southern, Central and Midcoast Maine since 1993. We're seeking an experienced, high-integrity Equipment Operator to join our team, take ownership of our horizontal grinding operations, and keep our jobs running smoothly year-round. The Role As our Horizontal Grinder Operator, you will lead the charge on material processing, managing material transportation needs, and equipment maintenance. You won't just be pulling levers - you will manage daily production, perform hands-on wear-and-tear maintenance and welding, and operate heavy machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities Jobsite Leadership:

Take full ownership of grinding operations on-site, calling for trucks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and keeping operations running smoothly.

Production-Oriented Mindset:

Drive production goals and maximize output without sacrificing safety.

Material Management:

Load material into the horizontal grinder using an excavator while communicating with trucks to manage material transportation.

Routine & Preventive Maintenance:

Grease components, replace wear parts (teeth, screens, etc.), and handle minor field repairs.

Welding & Fabrication:

Execute necessary field welding and metal fabrication to keep equipment operational and minimize downtime.

What We're Looking For Excavator Experience:

Minimum of 2 years operating medium-to-large excavators. Experience operating forestry equipment (skidders, feller bunchers, etc.) a plus.

Mechanical & Welding Skills:

Proven proficiency in stick/mig welding and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

Work Ethic:

A dependable early riser with a strong, self-directed mindset and a focus on high-volume, quality production.

License:

Valid Driver's License required (Clean driving record to operate company vehicles).

What We Offer Competitive Pay Company Vehicle Health Insurance Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Uniforms Provided Year-Round Stability Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

Multiple locations