4th Class or TQ HD Mech for Williston Transporter

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Heavy Duty Mechanic - Log Transporter

Job Description

Canfor is one of the world’s largest and most respected integrated forest products companies. Global success is achieved through a consistent on time delivery of the right product in all faucets of the business. As a means of diversifying and managing the flow of timber to the various operations located in the interior of the province, re-introduction of the custom built, 360’ long, log transporter will be used to move timber ten months a year from various locations on Williston Lake to the docking station located near Mackenzie, B.C.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for the following duties:
Repairs to vessel and mobile equipment;
Routine and preventative maintenance to vessel and mobile equipment;
Parts inventory management;
Communicate to Chief Engineer repairs that are beyond on-site repair capabilities;
Maintenance log data entry;
Involvement in fire suppression emergency response;
Participate in safety meetings and emergency response drills.

Required Skills

Fourth Class Engineer, and or, Certified Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic with a Fourth Class Engineer Endorsement;
Capable Welder;
Possess/acquire Transport Canada’s STCW Basic Safety Training;
Possess/acquire Transport Canada’s Medical Examination Certificate;
Good organizational skills, time management skills to manage completion of a wide variety of tasks;
Self-motivated with strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Schedule of operations is 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off operating 10 months of year with anticipated non-operating months occurring in April-May.
Applicants are requested to include verification of 12 months of working on a marine vessel within the past 5 years.

There has never been a better time to join the Canfor team and become part of the modern forest industry. We have a wide range of rewarding careers in some of the best communities in North America, with plenty of room for advancement. Our mills are modern, high-tech and safe; and our marketing and sales activities are world-class. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, and are committed to the professional development of our employees.

Mackenzie, BC

"The sky’s the limit” is the district’s tagline, and it couldn’t be more fitting. Mackenzie is home to the world’s seventh largest reservoir, Williston Lake, and the World’s Largest Tree Crusher. Once you’re in Mackenzie, you’ll want to go hiking at Morfee Mountain- once you’re at the top, you’ll witness the most incredible scenery that highlights the beauty of BC.

For more information, visit http://canfor.com/our-company/our-commu ... ckenzie-bc

Job Location
Mackenzie, British Columbia, Canada

Company Location
Mackenzie Fibre

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular