Heavy Equipment Operator

West Fraser's Henderson, TX Lumber Mill is looking for an experienced heavy equipment operator.

What you will do:  This operator will have a variety of jobs involving the moving of material from one part of the mill to the other by way of loader. Job may involve, but not be limited to, loading of bark, chips, and dust from ground, maintaining roads, spreading of rocks, cleaning out from under truck bins, spreading of tree-length logs on storage pad, loading of oversized logs on outbound trucks, handling of metal logs and general clean-up and yard maintenance.

1. Operates Cat 988 or 966 front end loader.
2. Must be able to perform all required P/M’s and pre-start checks on equipment.
3. Cleans up at truck bins (notifies debarker operator when using the bark reclaim system)
4. General cleanup of log storage area, including areas from the parking lot to the green stacker.
5. Cleans under lay down decks as follows: at the end of each shift.
6. Cleans up around silo.
7. Maintains metal log recovery by utilizing the metal detector and chain saw.
8. Requires the use of various hand tools, ax, crowbar, hammer, etc.
9. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
10. Portions of the job duties may not be standardized or completely prescribed and will require independent action and thinking.
11. Inspection of equipment
12. Servicing and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
13. Cleaning of the equipment
14. Documentation and reporting of results

What you need to be successful:

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to use basic tools
• Must be safety orientated and comply with ZES
• Must have minimum two years verifiable work experience as a heavy equipment operator
• Must be able to work night shift
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, reference check and background check
• Must have an excellent safety record
• Must follow all company safety rules
• Must have an excellent attendance record
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must have good written and oral communication skills
• Must be willing to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Must be able to operate forklifts and front-end loaders efficiently
• Must complete equipment checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• Ability to operate a knuckleboom unloading log trucks and comply with applicable safety regulations would be a plus
• The applicant chosen for this position will be required to perform the following key phases of Basic Care                                                                                     

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness Pay Program
• 401k with company matching & retirement contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: /careers.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process.  Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site.  No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe.  We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development.  The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

Education

• High School or better in Education or related field