Equipment Operator Land Clearing

As a Land Clearing Equipment Operator, you’ll work in the clearing phase of natural gas and oil pipeline construction, as well as other environmental projects across PA, WV, and OH. You’ll play a key role operating heavy equipment — especially Rotobec loaders and Feller Bunchers — to efficiently and safely clear land while minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.

Why Join Frontier Environmental Services?

✅ Safety is our #1 priority
✅ Competitive pay & excellent benefits (health insurance, PTO, 401k with match)
✅ State-of-the-art equipment and technology
✅ Opportunities to grow with a strong, respected company

What You’ll Do

• Promote and practice excellent safety habits at all times.
• Operate Rotobec loaders, Feller Bunchers, and other heavy equipment for ditching, excavating, backfilling, clearing, and more.
• Assist with site prep and material handling.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure peak performance.
• Load and secure equipment and materials for transport.
• Support laborers with machine alignment, movement, and adjustments.
• Properly secure the work site and equipment at the end of each shift.
• Follow all company and client policies and procedures with attention to detail and quality.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment (pipeline or land clearing experience preferred).
• Experience with Rotobec and Feller Buncher equipment is a strong plus.
• High school diploma or GED (relevant experience may be considered in place of education).
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check.
• Willingness to travel, work weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and communicate clearly.

Physical & Work Environment

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, from below freezing to 90+ degrees.
• Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and vibrations; moderate to loud work environment.
• Perform heavy physical work, frequently lifting over 50 lbs and occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Regularly climb, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Frontier Environmental Services is a leader in infrastructure construction, site reclamation, and ongoing maintenance in the energy industry. Founded in 1992, Frontier Environmental Services is a turnkey, full-service contractor, primarily serving operations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.