Knuckle Boom Crane Operator / Tree Division Lead

See Clear Property Solutions • Full-time • Clayton, New Jersey, United States • $38 - $45 / hour • 4d ago

Knuckle Boom Crane Operator / Tree Division Lead

See Clear Property Solutions — Clayton, NJ $38–$45/hr | Full Time | Hiring Immediately

We are looking for the right person — not just a body. If you have the skills, the experience, and the work ethic, we will pay for it.

THE EQUIPMENT:

2022 Kenworth T880 with a PK 6500 knuckle boom and grapple saw technology. This is a serious rig and we need a serious operator.

THE ROLE:

This is a working position. When you are not on the crane you are with the crew — on the ground, in the tree, doing what needs to be done. You will serve as the lead and supervisor for our Tree Division. The crew looks to you. Job site decisions, safety calls, and workflow are your responsibility in the field.

REQUIREMENTS:

-CDL Class A — required

- Knuckle boom crane operating experience — required

-Direct tree service background required: climber, bucket truck operator, or tree crew foreman experience

-Light mechanical skills — hose swaps, basic crane diagnostics, keeping the rig field-ready

-Strong judgment and decision-making in the field

-Natural leader who the crew respects and follows

-Reliable and accountable every single day

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE — BONUS POINTS

The more you can run, the busier you will be. Experience operating any of the following is a strong plus:

-Skid steer

- Excavator