Log Yard Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

American Wood Fibers, Inc.; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Wood Fibers, Inc. is seeking a full-time Log Yard (Heavy Equipment) Operator for the 1st shift at its Jamestown, NY facility. The role involves operating industrial equipment, handling logs, and maintaining safety standards. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and experience with mobile equipment. Physical capabilities include lifting up to 50 lbs and working in various weather conditions. Join a dedicated team at a company with over 400 employees and significant annual sales revenue.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop.
• Previous mobile equipment, forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with shavers to meet production goals.
• Safely operate and maintain heavy equipment.
• Monitor quality of wood shavings produced.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Log handling

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Articulated wheel loader

Knuckle boom

Skid steer

Job description

American Wood Fibers, Inc. is seeking a full-time Log Yard (Heavy Equipment) Operator for the 1st shift at its Jamestown, NY facility. The role involves operating industrial equipment, handling logs, and maintaining safety standards. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and experience with mobile equipment. Physical capabilities include lifting up to 50 lbs and working in various weather conditions. Join a dedicated team at a company with over 400 employees and significant annual sales revenue.