Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
The Log Yard Heavy Equipment Operator reports to the Log Yard Heavy Equipment Senior Operator. Responsibilities include but not limited to; following all safety and work procedures; loading and unloading materials in a safe and efficient manner using heavy machinery; assisting in loading the saw line infeed if production deems necessary; clean industrial equipment and workstations; perform daily inspections of mobile equipment and complete required forms; and other duties assigned. The ideal candidate does not just "drive trucks” they are a precision operator who respects the power of industrial machinery, maintains sharp situational awareness, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience in lumber yard operations, forestry, or heavy manufacturing is highly preferred.
- Experience safely operating heavy industrial machinery (e.g., log loaders, large forklifts, front-end loaders, or cranes).
- Ability to perform basic pre-shift inspections, identify warning signs of mechanical wear, and troubleshoot minor issues.
- Ability to use two-way radios and hand signals clearly to coordinate movements with ground crews, millwrights, and supervisors.
Nice To Haves
- High focus on safety to navigate hazardous, fast-paced environments and avoid nearby hazards.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate efficiently with millwrights, sorters, and other crew members.
- Precision in stacking, organizing, and loading heavy timber products without damaging inventory.
- A proactive drive to cross-train on multiple machine types and smoothly transition between different equipment to support the team where needed.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety and work procedures
- Load and unload materials in a safe and efficient manner using heavy machinery
- Infeed – using the 988k Caterpillar to unload log trucks and stage material on the infeed deck or storage area
- Outfeed – using the Liebherr & High Lift to unload logs from a variety of sorted bins into their corresponding inventory location
- Assisting in loading the saw line infeed if production deems in necessary
- Clean industrial equipment and workstations
- Perform daily inspections of heavy equipment and complete required forms
- General maintenance of equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay 💲
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance 🏥
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Overtime opportunities
- Career growth within an international company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
