Forest Machine Operator

Forest Machine Operator

Full-Time 20.7 - 25.3 $ / hour (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Operate forest machines safely and efficiently while maintaining productivity targets.
  • Company: Join J.D. Irving, Limited, a leader in sustainable forestry since 1882.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career growth.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse talents and backgrounds.
  • Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact on land stewardship.
  • Qualifications: High school diploma required; experience with forest machinery preferred.

The predicted salary is between 20.7 - 25.3 $ per hour.

The Central New Brunswick Woodlands Division is seeking to fill a full-time Harvest Machine Operator position. We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals who enjoy working independently as well as with a team. We offer a competitive salary, performance bonus. Salary range $28.70-$40.00 (based on production performance).

Responsibilities

  • Main Duty: Operate forest machines (including but not limited to forwarder and harvester machines) in a safe, efficient, and productive manner according to J.D. Irving, Limited’s Best Management Practices.
  • Maintain productivity, production, and utilization targets.
  • Perform daily maintenance and repairs as required on equipment.
  • May be assigned to related/ancillary tasks for short periods of time including but not limited to: equipment maintenance, tidying work areas, training, harvest and boundary line layouts, road maintenance activities, forest fire prevention activities.

Qualifications

  • Education Required: High school diploma minimum. Certified Forest Machine Operator considered an asset. Certified Heavy Equipment Mechanic considered an asset.
  • Years of Experience Required: 2+ years of experience with the operation of forest machinery or a combination of one year of work experience with forest machinery and practical, vocational training in the industry of forest machine operations.
  • Language: English language work environment.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Forest Machine Operator employer: Irving Woodlands

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Contact Details:

Irving Woodlands Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Forest Machine Operator

Forest Machine Operation
Safety Awareness
Equipment Maintenance
Team Collaboration
Independent Work
Problem-Solving Skills
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