Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Full‑Time in Grand Forks, BC - Mid Level - Operator

BC Eco Industrial Services is looking for an Equipment Operator to join our chipping, grinding, and Log Yard operations in Grand Forks. As a Sutherland Group company, BC Eco values more than simply providing industry‑renowned services to our clients. We put the happiness, success, and growth of our team members and community first. Join us in our commitment to elevate and innovate in the forestry industry.

• Wage is $30‑35 per hour, depending on experience.
• Permanent full‑time role.
• Overtime pay after 8 hours.
• Schedules vary depending on location of work.
• As a member of the Sutherland Group, we are proud to serve not only our loyal clients, but our partner companies as well, guaranteeing work for our industry‑leading teams.

• Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%, starting at 3%, increasing in graduated increments and topping out at 5% after 8 years.
• Extended health benefits program through a cost‑shared benefits plan.
• Confidential Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Health & Safety Policy & Programs.

• Wheel Loader: moving chips, supplying the chippers with logs.
• Log Loader: unloading trucks, feeding the chippers, down decking logs.
• Chipper: feeding pulp logs.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Operate other heavy equipment as required and instructed by site supervisors.
• Ability to travel to various job sites as required.
• Ensure company policies, core values and culture are being consistently upheld.
• General job set‑up, site clean‑up, and materials removal.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating Wheel Loader, Log Loader or Excavator.
• Preferable experience using a Chipper.
• Mechanical aptitude and capable of performing basic daily equipment maintenance.
• Motivated self‑starter with a positive attitude and proven safety record.
• Experience running other types of heavy equipment would be an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Physically fit and able to walk uneven ground, chip piles and log yard locations.
• Team player who is willing to pitch in wherever needed.

If you think there's a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application.

BC Eco Industrial Services is a broad‑based forestry services provider that prioritizes environmental and sustainable work practices. For over 15 years, BC Eco has offered mobile large‑scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building, maintenance and equipment rental throughout Alberta and British Columbia.

The Sutherland Group of Companies is a specialized integrated network of heavy industry experts, with an offering that extends from equipment and logistics through to people and safety, in service of high‑performing customers in the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine industries in search of complex supply chain solutions.

For nearly 30 years, we have worked to position The Sutherland Group as a heavy industry leader, not only with our partners, but from within. We are proud to prioritize the success of our team members by offering a diversified workplace, competitive compensation plans, benefits, training, and ongoing growth opportunities.

The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed in hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law. If you require any accommodations at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778‑754‑4021.

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