Forest Machine Operator - Harvester

J.D. Irving, Limited; Truro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Harvester Operators for multiple positions. This full-time role involves operating heavy forest machinery safely and efficiently while maintaining productivity targets. The ideal candidate will thrive in independent, remote work environments and perform general maintenance on equipment. The company offers competitive pay rates and potential bonuses, along with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about forestry and machinery, this is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Productivity bonuses

Company Benefits Plan including health and dental insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience operating heavy forest machinery required.
• General mechanical skills or Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate harvesting machine efficiently and provide maintenance as required.
• Maintain productivity and work independently in remote environments.

Skills

Heavy forest machinery operation

General heavy equipment mechanical skills

Independent work in remote environments

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Forest harvesting machinery

Job description

J.D. Irving, Limited, NS Woodlands Division is currently seeking candidates for experienced/skilled Harvester Operator positions – there are multiple positions available. Operations will take place within Nova Scotia with the possibility of some work taking place in southeastern New Brunswick. Forest Machine Operators will be expected to operate the equipment in a safe, efficient and productive manner according to J.D. Irving, Limited’s Best Management Practices. The Forest Machine Operator will be required to maintain productivity and utilization targets and work independently in remote environments. Performance of general daily maintenance and repairs is required. This is an English language work environment.

Terms of Employment: Full-time permanent positions; Full-time hours

Employment Location:529 Valleydale Road, Valley Nova Scotia. B2N 5C5. Job sites where work will occur are located throughout Colchester County, Cumberland County, Digby County and Pictou County, with some possible travel to the Halifax Regional Municipality and possible travel to sites in Southeastern New Brunswick.

Conditions of Employment: Competitive Pay Rate: $28.85/hr Hourly. Skilled Operators can make up to $40.00 per hour including bonuses.

·Forest Machine Operators are eligible for very competitive productivity bonuses based on assessments during the course of employment.

·Forest Machine Operators may be eligible for Company Benefits Plan if eligible and covered by provincial health insurance. Company Benefits Plan is subject to change but may include extended health and dental insurance.

To Apply for this Career Opportunity: Please apply online through our website.

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about this position, please email us at [e-mail].

JDI Woodlands Division Head Office: PO BOX 5777, 300 Union Street. St. John, NB. E2L 4M3

J.D. Irving, Limited, Woodlands Division is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School diploma at a minimum
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years of experience with the operation of heavy 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
• General heavy equipment mechanical skills or Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate will be considered an asset
  
  

Responsibilities

• Operate harvesting machine in an efficient, and productive manner according to J.D. Irving, Limited’s Best Management Practices and provide equipment maintenance as required.
• Maintain productivity, production, and utilization targets, and work independently in remote environments.
• 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