Equipment Operator

WB Melback; Haileybury; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual (English/French)

Job summary

WB Melback Corporation, headquartered in Haileybury, Ontario, seeks an experienced telehandler operator to support industrial construction sites across Canada. You will safely lift and place materials, coordinate with crews and perform daily inspections to maintain safety and efficiency.

Mandatory certifications include telehandler and skid steer, with proven experience on remote or industrial job sites. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable material handling in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Valid telehandler certification is mandatory.
• Valid skid steer certification is mandatory.
• Proven telehandler operation experience in industrial or construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandler to lift, move and place materials.
• Load, unload and transport materials and equipment around site.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report defects.
• Coordinate with supervisors and site personnel for efficient material movement.
• Support trades and crews with material placement and logistics.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Remote site work

Tools

Telehandler certification

Skid Steer certification

Job description

Company Description

WB Melback Corporation is a wholly Canadian owned company with headquarters based in Haileybury, Ontario with job sites all over the country. WB Melback Corporation provides Mechanical Maintenance and Industrial Construction Services to Forestry and Mining sectors across Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Compliance: Operating equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and site-specific requirements
• Equipment Operation: Safely operating a telehandler for lifting, moving, and placing materials
• Material Handling: Loading, unloading, and transporting materials and equipment across site
• Site Support: Assisting trades and site crews with material placement and logistical support
• Inspection & Maintenance: Performing daily equipment inspections and reporting any issues or defects
• Communication: Coordinating with supervisors and site personnel for efficient material movement
• Load Security: Ensuring all loads are properly secured and handled safely
• General Duties: Supporting other site-related tasks as required

Requirements:

• Valid telehandler certification (mandatory)
• Valid Skid Steer certification (mandatory)
• Proven experience operating a telehandler in industrial or construction environments
• Strong understanding of safe lifting practices and load handling procedures
• Ability to work in remote and industrial job site environments
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Assets:

• Experience in mining, forestry, or heavy industrial construction environments
• Additional heavy equipment certifications
• Bilingualism (English/French)

*DSP CONTRACT ALSO CONSIDERED

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WB Melback Corporation - Built Across North America, Rooted at Home.

WB Melback Corporation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure that you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.