Careers

Run heavy equipment. Transform real properties.

Tarheel Brushworks is hiring across Wilmington and the coastal NC region. If you're an experienced operator, a hard-working laborer ready to learn, or a veteran looking for a stable trade — we'd like to talk.

Why Work Here

Tree work. Way more than tree fiddy.

We pay above market for skilled operators because skilled operators are worth it. We invest in good equipment because bad equipment kills productivity and morale. And we treat our crew like adults — clear scopes, clear schedules, no surprise weekends.

If you've worked at a place where the owner micromanages you, where pay raises depend on guessing right, or where the trucks break down constantly — that's not how we run things.

We're a veteran-owned company. We hire civilians too — but if you've served, you'll find a culture that already speaks your language.

What We Offer

The basics, done right.

Above-Market Pay

Competitive hourly rates plus performance bonuses for project completion. Paid weekly. We benchmark to top-quartile contractor pay in the Boston metro.

Real Equipment

Tracked CAT mulchers, well-maintained trucks, and the right tools for the job. We don't hand you broken kit and ask you to make it work.

Predictable Schedule

Most jobs are Monday–Friday day shifts. We don't work Sundays. We don't surprise-schedule weekends. When we ask for overtime, it's voluntary and paid premium.

Health & Time Off

Health insurance contribution, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) match for full-time employees after 90 days.

Training & Advancement

Operator training, equipment certifications, and a clear path from laborer to operator to crew lead. We promote from within first.

Veteran Friendly

VA benefits coordination and a culture built around mission-focused work. We hire civilians equally — but we know what you bring.

Open Positions

Currently hiring.

Don't see a perfect fit? Send us a resume anyway — we hire when we meet the right person, not just when we post a role.

Now Hiring

Forestry Mulcher Operator

Full-Time Wilmington / coastal NC $28–$38/hr

Run our tracked CAT mulcher on residential and commercial projects across coastal North Carolina. You'll be the primary operator on most jobs, working alongside a laborer and crew lead.

  • 3+ years experience operating skid steers, tracked loaders, or similar equipment
  • Forestry mulching experience a strong plus
  • Valid Class A CDL required (you'll be hauling our equipment to job sites)
  • Clean driving record
  • Comfortable working in coastal NC heat, humidity, and storm seasons year-round
  • Solid communication skills — you'll talk to property owners
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Now Hiring

Field Laborer / Apprentice Operator

Full-Time Wilmington / coastal NC $22–$28/hr

Entry point into the company with a clear path to operator. You'll handle ground work, site prep, debris management, and assist the operator. We'll train you on the equipment.

  • Reliable, hard working, willing to learn
  • Comfortable with chainsaw work (or willing to be trained)
  • Valid driver's license required; willingness to pursue Class A CDL within first year
  • Physically capable of full days outdoors with heavy equipment
  • Veterans, first responders, and trade school grads strongly encouraged to apply
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Now Hiring

Crew Lead / Project Manager

Full-Time Wilmington / coastal NC $32–$45/hr + bonus

Lead a 2–3 person crew on multi-day projects. You'll handle on-site project management, customer communication during the job, scope adherence, and quality control. Senior operator skills required.

  • 5+ years experience operating heavy mulching or land clearing equipment
  • Valid Class A CDL required
  • Demonstrated leadership experience (formal or informal)
  • Strong customer-facing communication
  • Comfortable reading property surveys, scope documents, and wetland delineations
  • Pride in finished work — you'll be the last person on-site, ensuring the job meets standard before we leave
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Always Open

Send Us Your Resume

Open Application All Roles

We're always interested in talking to good operators, mechanics, and tradespeople — even when we don't have an active opening. If you bring real skills and a strong work ethic, get in touch and we'll keep you in mind as we grow.

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Ready to apply?

Send your resume and a quick note about your background to contact@tarheelbrushworks.com.

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