Heavy Equipment Operator – Mills & Kilns

Vanderwell; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits plan

Optional RRSP plans

Job summary

Vanderwell, an Alberta-based family-owned mill operation, seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator for its Mitsue Industrial Park facilities. The role covers yards and kilns, with duties including operating loaders, forklifts, rock trucks, and portal cranes in a safe manner, and performing routine maintenance.

Strong safety adherence and teamwork are required. Must have a valid Class 5 license and at least two years of equipment experience; benefits include a full plan and optional RRSP.

Qualifications

• Valid class 5 driver's license
• Two years experience running equipment (larger forklifts/loaders or heavy equipment)
• Solid work ethic, eager to learn, team player
• Proficient written and verbal communication
• Excellent situational awareness
• Able to manage time and plan workflow in a high-paced production environment
• Mill/forestry experience is an asset, not required
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment such as button top loaders, wheel loaders, forklifts, rock trucks, and portal cranes safely
• Comply with workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulations
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on equipment as required

Skills

Valid class 5 license

Equipment operation experience

Communication skills

Team player

Situational awareness

Time management

Physical ability to lift 50 lb

Job description

Vanderwell, an Alberta-based family-owned mill operation, seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator for its Mitsue Industrial Park facilities. The role covers yards and kilns, with duties including operating loaders, forklifts, rock trucks, and portal cranes in a safe manner, and performing routine maintenance.

Strong safety adherence and teamwork are required. Must have a valid Class 5 license and at least two years of equipment experience; benefits include a full plan and optional RRSP.