Job description:
739951 Alberta Ltd operating as McGlynn Contracting
12121 106 Ave Grande Praire , Alberta, T8V 8B3
McGlynn Contracting is a high-volume stump to dump logging company based out of Grande Prairie. Our philosophy is simple " think outside the box." We offer unique solutions to solve unique problems. Professionalism, high quality, efficiency, and perfection are what we provide. We field three highly skilled divisions: trucking, logging, and road building.
**If it needs to be done, we can do it!
We are currently searching for two (2) Log Processor Operators to join our logging operations team. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and safety conscious with a focus on quality and production. Successful candidate will be able to pass drug testing.
Duties:
- Assess site and terrain and drive processor to perform a combination of delimbing trees, cutting to length and sorting logs according to mill log quality specifications
- Operate a processor to perform a combination of delimbing, cutting to length, and sorting logs or trees often in mountainous terrain
- Assist other logging and forestry workers
- Clean up landing areas at logging sites
- Write daily basic progress reports
- Perform daily routine machine maintenance
Additional information
- There is some mobility among jobs in this group from the less complex to more complex machinery operation.
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance on the equipment.
Requirements:
- A minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a Log Processor Operator in a high volume and demanding environment
- Knowledge of tree harvesting regulations is required.
- Experience working in steep slope conditions an asset
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
- Must be able to work in a camp environment with flexibility in shift work
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Willingness to travel and work in an outdoor environment in remote locations
- Able to work cooperatively in a team, but also independently with little supervision
- Physically fit to endure the rigors of full-time fieldwork in all conditions
- Safe work mindset is required
- Accountable and dependable
Work site environment
- Outdoors in all weather
- Remote locations
Weight handling
Work setting
- Staff accommodation provided
Own Tools/Equipment
- Safety equipment/gear/ Steel-toed safety boots, gloves
Type of harvesting
- Pulpwood Harvesting, Saw log harvesting, Logs, and poles
Equipment and machinery experience
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- First Aid Certificate, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate, A valid OFA Level 3 First Aid Certificate is an asset
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
- A valid Class 5 Driver's license (or provincial equivalent to) is required
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines
Work site environment
- Outdoors in all weather
- Remote locations
Weight handling
Work setting
- Staff accommodation provided
Own Tools/Equipment
- Safety equipment/gear/ Steel-toed safety boots, gloves
Type of harvesting
- Pulpwood Harvesting, Saw log harvesting, Logs, and poles
Equipment and machinery experience
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- First Aid Certificate, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate, A valid OFA Level 3 First Aid Certificate is an asset
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
- A valid Class 5 Driver's license (or provincial equivalent to) is required
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines
Terms of Employment:
Permanent Position/191 hours per month
Hours of Work:
Ten-hour shifts, days, nights, and weekends.
Work rotation negotiable
Language of work:
English
Work Location:
Forest Management Area south of Grande Prairie, AB
Salary:
Starting at $ 30.00 to 34.50/hour depending upon experience.
Contact Information:
Email: mcglynncontracting@outlook.com
We offer:
- A Safe Work Environment
- Competitive Wages for quality work in a high volume and demanding environment
- High quality, newer model Tigercat equipment to work with
- Great company owned camp facilities
- Shift schedule can vary depending on operations
- Progressive and innovative company
- Wage rate negotiable dependent upon experience
As an equal opportunity employer McGlynn Contracting is proud to welcome all qualified individuals including but not limited to Youth, Aboriginals, and Newcomers to Canada etc.….
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not authorized to work in Canada, please do not apply for this job application.
www.mcglynncontracting.com
