Grapple Yarder Operator

Western Forest Products; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Health & dental

Pension plan

Safety culture

Job summary

La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is seeking a Grapple Yarder Operator to join our Campbell River team in British Columbia. The role offers a union wage rate and benefits through the USW, including health, dental, and a pension plan, with a strong focus on safety and sustainability.

This position operates on a 5x2 shift and includes a $3,000 signing bonus with relocation assistance. A pre-employment drug test is required as the role is safety sensitive, with emphasis on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging.
• Preference for Advanced First Aid; willing to obtain Intermediate First Aid certification.

Skills

Excellent safety record

Strong work ethic

Team player

Time management

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Accountable

Dependable

Minimal supervision

Education

2+ years BC Coastal Logging experience

Job description

La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM), is seeking a fully qualified Grapple Yarder Operator to join our team in Campbell River, BC. This position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability.

What We Offer:

• United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $44.99
• Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union
• Pension plan provided through the union
• A safe work environment

Shifts:

This position is currently on a 5x2 shift, 5 days on and 2 days off, 8 hours per day.

$3,000 Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Fully qualified in all aspects of the job with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; and
• Preference may be given to applicants holding a valid Advanced First Aid certificate. Successful applicants who do not currently hold at least an Intermediate First Aid certification must be willing to obtain it.

Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies

• Excellent safety record and strong work ethic;
• Highly motivated team player with excellent time management skills;
• Creative and innovative thinking;
• Logical problem solving;
• Accountable and dependable; and
• Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and with minimal supervision.

YOUR CAREER

At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive.

La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language.

The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations.

The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.