Heavy Equipment - Rolling Stock Operator

Job Location:

Forest Grove Mill and Resource Office - Gaston, OR 97119

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $32.00 - $36.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Swing

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently to support mill and log yard operations
• Load, unload, sort, stack, and transport logs and materials within designated work areas
• Maintain constant awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and production flow
• Communicate clearly with other operators, supervisors, and ground personnel
• Perform routine inspections of equipment before, during, and after operation
• Identify and report mechanical issues, damage, or safety concerns immediately
• Maintain proper load control and stable stacking to prevent damage or safety hazards
• Follow all company safety rules, job procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, productivity, and efficiency

• Volvo L200 Log Loader
• CATERPILLAR 988 Wheel Loader
• CATERPILLAR 950H Loader
• CATERPILLAR 558LL Log Shovel

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy industrial equipment in a log yard, mill, quarry, or similar environment
• Proven ability to safely operate large capacity loaders and log handling equipment
• Strong understanding of equipment limitations, load control, and ground conditions
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Forklift-only experience does not meet the requirements for this position

• Base Pay: $32.00 – $36.00 per hour
• Overtime eligible at 1.5× base rate
• Healthcare: 80% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision for full‑time employees
• 401(k): 100% match on the first 6% contributed
• Profit Sharing:
  Up to 3% of pay deposited annually into 401(k)
• Bonus:
  Discretionary bonus available in profitable years
• Paid Time-Off: 9 paid holidays, 2 weeks of paid vacation, up to 3 sick days per year
• Employee Referral: $2,500 minimum bonus for successful referral
• Other:
  Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, apprenticeships, career development, access to company land for recreation

As an equal opportunity employment company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and those influences upon the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.