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.
