Equipment Operator

About the role

We are currently seeking a qualified Equipment Operator for our log yard and to work collaboratively with our sawmill in Noti, Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate log yard equipment to load/unload log trucks and maintain production speed
• Assist in sorting logs by species and feed logs to the sawmill
• Climb ladders on heavy equipment and operate machinery
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery
• Maintain a clean and orderly log yard, keeping log yard and mill decks clean and clear of debris
• The work is fast-paced and can, at times, be demanding
• Repetitive lifting and working in both hot and cold work environments
• Work may consist of various shifts with some overtime and weekend work during busy production times

Qualifications

• 1 year prior experience operating heavy equipment and chainsaw
• Ability to recognize and sort logs by species preferred
• All applicants must be at least age 18

Why Join Our Team?

We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.

How to Apply

If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please apply in person Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. You can also apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers

About Our Company

Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and strive to become part of the team.

We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come.

We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees.

Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.