Heavy Equipment Operator (Experienced)

Boucher Bros Lumber Ltd.; Nampa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Competitive Wages

Weekly Production Bonus eligibility

Benefits & Pension Plan

Great Workplace Culture

Safe Work Environment

Extended health care

RRSP match

Job summary

A lumber company in Alberta is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator for a full-time position. Candidates must have at least 1-3 years of experience operating mobile equipment and a valid Class 5 Driver's License. The role includes shift work, typically with weekends off, and a commitment to safety is essential. This position offers competitive wages and a supportive workplace culture. Benefits include health care and a pension plan after six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required.
• Ability to document tasks and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong integrity, attention to detail and work ethic.
• Written and spoken English and/or French.
• Good time management, organization and priority handling.
• Bondable and first aid certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and report potential hazards.
• Collaborate with Mill Supervisors to ensure smooth production flow.
• Document tasks and maintain accurate records.
• Manage priorities and work both independently and within a team.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and Oral communication

Education

High school diploma

Operator ticket

Job description

Boucher Bros Lumber Ltd. is seeking an experienced individual to fill a role as Heavy equipment Operator. The position requires shift work but will typically have weekends off. Applicants for the Heavy Equipment Operator position should have experience in operating at least 2 of the following types of mobile equipment: Wheel loaders, Dozer/ Crawler, Butt-N-Top/ Excavator, Grader, Skid-steer, or Rock-truck.

Safety is very important to Boucher Bros. Lumber Ltd. and as such the successful candidate will be expected to adhere to all company policies & procedures, and to be proactive in identifying & reporting potential hazards that could arise.

Responsible To:

Mill Supervisors

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum 1 - 3 years experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator in a high volume and demanding environment
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Physically Fit
• Team player but also possess the ability to work alone.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Written and Oral communication skills in English and/or French.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to document tasks.
• Bondable
• Current Standard First Aid Certification is an asset

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Operator ticket will be considered an asset

Shift Schedule:

• 2-week Day Shift/ Night Shift Rotation
• 4-day weeks
• Schedules up to 88hrs bi-weekly.
• Overtime as required

Benefits with working for Boucher Bros. Lumber Ltd.:

• Full-time position
• Competitive Wages
• Weekly Production Bonus eligibility (eligible after probationary period ends)
• Benefits & Pension Plan (eligible after 6 months of employment)
• Great Workplace Culture
• Safe Work Environment

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nampa, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Heavy Equipment Operation: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location:

In person