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Western Forest Products Log Yard Operator in Vancouver, Washington
*YOUR CAREER *
Are you looking for a career and not "just a job"? Then this could be the right place for you! We are hiring for a Log Yard Operator to join our Columbia Vista Sawmill in Vancouver, WA!
Our total rewards offering includes:
- Hourly wage between $28.14 - $31.27, opportunities for increases based on experience
- Dental and Medical Benefits; employee premiums for base plan are 100% paid for by WFP
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Opportunities for growth and a long-term career
- An energetic team-oriented environment
- A safe workplace
Shifts: Mondays - Fridays, 8 hours, with occasional Saturdays.
Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing as well as background checks.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Off load truck and rollout the logs in the scaling bay;
- Load logs on the truck going to the mill;
- Assist the scaler and buckers when needed;
- Transport logs from the scaling bay to the log decks;
- Sort all log's in the sorting bay to the proper length and grade;
- High deck all logs decks for proper storage;
- Drive the log truck transporting logs to the mill to be processed;
- Work with a chain saw and splitter saw when necessary for bucking logs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS
- Capable operating large equipment, specifically Volvo log loader and Link Belt shovel, in a fast paced Log Yard environment;
- Quality minded, positive team player, safety conscious and production focused;
- Basic math skills;
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Able to effectively read, write and communicate in English;
- Pass pre-employment and regular random drug tests.
WESTERN OVERVIEW
Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that manufactures high-quality wood products and sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.
At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.