Now Hiring Equipment Operators in Peace Region

We are seeking an Equipment operator with 1 or more years' experience working in a log yard operating on different pieces of equipment including, Grapple Loader or Button Top Loaders.

We have a client in Peace River that frequently requires new Equipment Operators, and we collect resumes on an ongoing basis. Please submit your resume if you are interested in upcoming opportunities.

What will you be doing?

• Demonstrate positive safety behaviors while driving equipment throughout the yard
• Operate heavy equipment needed to unload log trucks and deck cut to length wood.
• Retrieve wood from decks to feed wood room
• Responsible for mobile equipment lockouts.
• Check and service equipment at the end of a 12-hour shift to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Report equipment defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Does this sound like you?

• Must have complete high school diploma or equivalent
• Post-secondary education in heavy equipment operating would be considered an asset
• 1 or more years' experience preferred with log material handling equipment
• Previous wood room and/or chipping experience would be considered an asset
• Previous experience managing log inventory considered an asset
• An autonomous, and self-directed and person
• Mechanical aptitude with demonstrating problem solving
• Ability to work a revolving 28-day, shift work cycle in a physically demanding environment
• A safety orientated mindset who can demonstrate safe work practices with respect to people, equipment, and processes.

Perks of the job

• Competitive compensation based on your previous experience
• Benefits after accumulating 300+ working hours
• Full-time employment with the opportunity to work overtime
• Technical progressions will need to be successfully mastered before any pay increases

Other important Details

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position and will require completion of a drug and alcohol testing.