Forest Machine Operator

J.D. Irving, Limited; Chipman; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a motivated Forest Machine Operator to join their team in Central New Brunswick. This role involves operating various forest machinery safely and efficiently while maintaining productivity and adhering to best management practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forest machinery operation and a commitment to safety. Join a dynamic team where your skills will contribute to sustainable forestry practices and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with forest machinery operation.
• High school diploma required, certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate forest machines safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Skills

Forest Machinery Operation

Safety Practices

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Forest Machine Operator

Certified Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job description

We are seeking motivated candidates to join our team in Central New Brunswick as a Forest Machine Operator.

Qualifications

1. Education Required:
   1. High school diploma minimum
   2. Certified Forest Machine Operator considered an asset
   3. Certified Heavy Equipment Mechanic considered an asset
2. 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.
3. Language: English language work environment

Responsibilities

1. 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
2. Maintain productivity, production, and utilization targets
3. Perform daily maintenance and repairs as required on equipment
4. 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.