Skilled Land Clearing Specialist

Casella Construction is seeking a dedicated,
Skilled Land Clearing Specialist to join our Land Clearing Team
. This role plays a critical part in supporting our environmental stewardship and land ‑ development operations by performing advanced fieldwork in challenging terrain and variable weather conditions. The Skilled Land Clearing Specialist contributes to a wide range of projects including Right ‑ of ‑ Way (ROW) maintenance, vegetation control, utility corridor preparation, environmental protection work, and large ‑ scale clearing operations for both public and private clients.

This position requires a motivated individual with strong technical abilities, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety and quality. The ideal candidate brings hands ‑ on experience in land clearing, tree identification, equipment operation, and herbicide application, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a high ‑ performing crew. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical, outdoor work, can adapt quickly to changing field conditions, and takes pride in maintaining high production and safety standards.

At Casella Construction
, you will be part of a team that values innovation, hard work, and continuous learning. You will also have opportunities to expand your skills through specialized training, certifications, and advancement within our growing Land Clearing division.

• Strict adherence to safety procedures, including wearing appropriate PPE, following site safety rules, and practicing proper hazard awareness.
• Collaborate effectively with the crew, follow instructions from experienced leaders, and help meet production goals.
• Assist fellow employees with tasks such as carrying equipment, land ‑ clearing tools, materials, and supplies.
• Operate and maintain hand tools and power tools including pruners, saws, chainsaws, pole saws, trimmers, chippers, side ‑ by ‑ sides, and trailering small equipment.
• Safely remove dead, diseased, or hazardous trees; perform flat ‑ cutting on target trees and brushy areas.
• Demonstrate proper tree ‑ climbing techniques using ropes, harnesses, and climbing equipment.
• Identify and report potential hazards on the job site.
• Unload and distribute materials or supplies as directed by the supervisor or crew leader.
• Apply pesticides/herbicides and obtain required licensing.
• Perform project layout, including measuring Rights ‑ of ‑ Way (ROW), RTEs, wetlands, and other flagged areas.
• Understand basic tree anatomy, identify common tree species, and detect signs of disease or stress.
• Prepare tools and equipment for daily use.
• Manually clear woody debris, brush, and limbs.
• Direct traffic/pedestrians around work zones as needed.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately.
• Spot equipment safely, assisting with backing, loading, movement, and maintaining minimum approach distances.
• Clean job sites daily, dispose of trash, and store materials/equipment properly.
• Assist with equipment care and perform basic maintenance.
• Maintain a safe working environment at all times.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and perform tasks with little or no supervision.
• Commit to ongoing training (in ‑ person and online), obtaining certifications as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work in physically demanding environments and variable weather conditions.
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license; able to obtain driver qualification screening.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience as a Land Clear Ground Specialist I (1–3 years) or equivalent experience.
• Ability to understand, retain, and follow directions.
• Ability to read maps, plans, and GPS/GIS applications.
• Ability to adapt to…