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Contract Opportunities in Illinois’ Sustainable Forestry Industry

Build Your Career with Grade Timber

Grade Timber is Illinois’ trusted leader in timber buying and sustainable forestry, specializing in walnut and white oak. We’re seeking skilled contractors for flexible, high-paying projects as CDL Drivers, Fallers, Operators, and Ground Crew. Join us to work in a dynamic industry, with competitive rates ($15–$35/hour), safety training, and project autonomy. Apply today to start your journey in forestry!

CDL Driver (Contract)

Description: Transport logs and equipment across Illinois on project-based contracts using trucks with advanced trailers.

Flexible schedules for independent contractors.


Requirements: Valid CDL (Class A), 2+ years experience, clean driving record, knowledge of logging routes.


Compensation: $25–$35/hour or $500–$1,000/project.


Benefits: Choose your projects, competitive rates, equipment training.

Faller (Contract)

Description: Fell trees safely using chainsaws, focusing on walnut and white oak. Project-based contracts with flexible

timelines.


Requirements: 3+ years experience, chainsaw certification, sustainable harvesting knowledge.


Compensation: $20–$30/hour or $400–$800/project.


Benefits: Autonomy, safety training, project variety.

Operator (Contract)

Description: Operate winches, cranes, or other equipment for logging projects. Short-term or recurring contracts.


Requirements: 2+ years heavy machinery experience, mechanical aptitude, safety certification.


Compensation: $22–$32/hour or $450–$900/project.


Benefits: Flexible contracts, equipment training, sustainable focus.

Ground Crew (Contract)

Description: Support logging operations by clearing debris, handling logs, and maintaining worksites. Ideal for entrylevel contractors.


Requirements: 1+ year outdoor labor experience, physical fitness, teamwork skills.


Compensation: $15–$25/hour or $300–$600/project.


Benefits: Flexible hours, on-the-job training, project-based work.

Apply for a Contract Role

Join Grade Timber’s team of skilled contractors in Illinois’ forestry industry. Submit your application below to start working on flexible, rewarding projects.

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