Heavy Equipment Operator at Vanderwell

Who We Are

Vanderwell is an Alberta, family-owned company that has been operating in northern Alberta for more than 80 years. We have a modern sawmill, planer mill, and pellet mill facilities, which produce dimensional lumber, wood pellets, shavings, and chips for wholesale customers.

We’re a major employer in the local region, we have more than 150 employees working throughout the operation -- mill production, sales & shipping, woodlands, truck and mobile equipment shops, and administration. Contract and part-time employees are also employed in mill production, maintenance, transportation, and seasonal activities.

What We Offer

Vanderwell offers stable, long-term employment which provides our employees with a good standard of living. We offer competitive wages with a full benefits plan, as well as optional RSP plans.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking to hire a Heavy Equipment Operator for our manufacturing facilities in Mitsue Industrial Park.

Job Duties Include

• Proficiently operating mobile equipment such as button top loaders, wheel loaders, forklifts, rock trucks, and portal cranes in a safe and appropriate manner
• Complies with workplace safety policies, operating procedures, and regulations
• Cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment as required

Working Conditions

• Exposed to vehicular traffic, noise, vibration, moving machinery, weather extremes, slipping and tripping hazards
• Lifting heavy, awkward objects and climbing on equipment is frequently required
• Required use of PPE appropriate for the task and working conditions

Must Haves

• Valid class 5 driver's license required
• Two (2) years experience running equipment, preferably larger forklifts and loaders or heavy equipment
• A solid work ethic, be eager to learn, and be a team player
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent situational awareness
• Ability to manage time and plan ahead to constructively manage workflow in a high paced production environment
• Mill/forestry experience is an asset, but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Candidates

If this position sounds like a fit for you, please apply directly through the portal.

We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected to advance in our recruitment process will be contacted.