Heavy Equipment Operator - Cottageville, SC

Equipment Operator

Weyerhaeuser's log yard facility in Cottageville, South Carolina is seeking individuals who are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a desire to work in an industrial setting. At Weyerhaeuser, we offer positions with on-the-job training and continued growth potential. This Equipment Operator position will serve as a member of the flow-to-work log yard team, conducting various production and clean up tasks.

Why You Should Join Our Team:

• High Performing, Safety Driven Culture
• Starting rate $21.63; top out $28.88
• We offer opportunities to advance further, beyond the starting rate
• 401K match + an additional contribution from the company
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits

Key Functions:

• Committed to working safely and adhering to log yard safety procedures
• Perform miscellaneous clean-up and general housekeeping activities as required
• Use pressure washer and other equipment to prepare logs for inspection and keep rolling stock clean
• Safely and competently operate a pickup truck, golf cart, and compact agricultural tractor
• Over time be trained in the safe and competent operation of the yard truck, front-end loader, and knuckle boom
• Perform daily equipment inspections and complete preventive maintenance procedures
• Collaborate with team members, as well as work independently
• Contribute positively within a highly efficient and safe work team
• Attach any required paperwork and/or painting to log loads
• Maintain inventory of stock material
• Adapt to job assignments changes and flow to work as needed
• Perform overtime duties when needed to meet customer demands
• Prioritize work schedule and work under pressure
• Visually and physically check loads of logs for specification accuracy