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Log Loader/ Hoe Chuck Operator
Key Responsibilities
• Loading and Unloading Logs: The operator uses log loaders, which are heavy machinery equipped with hydraulic arms and grapples, to pick up and place logs onto trucks, or storage piles.
• Equipment Maintenance: Regular maintenance of the log loader is essential. The operator must perform checks, repairs, and routine servicing to keep the machinery in optimal condition.
• Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety regulations is paramount. The operator must ensure that all activities are conducted with a focus on minimizing risks and preventing accidents.
• Collaboration with Team: The operator works closely with other logging crew members, including truck drivers, forestry technicians, and site managers, ensuring coordinated and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Loading and Unloading Logs: The operator uses log loaders, which are heavy machinery equipped with hydraulic arms and grapples, to pick up and place logs onto trucks, or storage piles.
• Equipment Maintenance: Regular maintenance of the log loader is essential. The operator must perform checks, repairs, and routine servicing to keep the machinery in optimal condition.
• Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety regulations is paramount. The operator must ensure that all activities are conducted with a focus on minimizing risks and preventing accidents.
• Collaboration with Team: The operator works closely with other logging crew members, including truck drivers, forestry technicians, and site managers, ensuring coordinated and efficient operations.
Qualifications & Experience
Required Skills
• Technical Proficiency: A deep understanding of log loader machinery and its operation is essential. The operator must be skilled in maneuvering the equipment with precision.
• Minimum 2 Years experience In Coastal logging operations
• Must Be able to Hoe – Chuck, working off road in uneven ground, sometimes steeper situations with safety and proficiency.
• Physical Stamina: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the stamina to operate heavy machinery for extended periods and manage logs that can weigh several tons.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in log loading operations. The operator must be attentive to ensure logs are handled safely and correctly.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Logging sites can present unpredictable challenges. The operator must be adept at troubleshooting and resolving issues that may arise during operations.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication is necessary for coordinating with team members and ensuring smooth workflows.
Safety Measures
Safety is a critical aspect of the log loader operator's role. Key safety measures include:
• Equipment Inspections: Conducting thorough inspections before and after use to identify and address potential hazards.
• Use of PPE: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, and safety boots must be worn at all times.
• Adherence to Protocols: Following established safety protocols and guidelines to minimize risks.
• Training and Certification: Ensuring that operators are adequately trained and certified to handle log loaders and other machinery.
• Must have Valid Class 5 drivers License
• Preference given to those with valid Intermediate First Aid certification
• Technical Proficiency: A deep understanding of log loader machinery and its operation is essential. The operator must be skilled in maneuvering the equipment with precision.
• Minimum 2 Years experience In Coastal logging operations
• Must Be able to Hoe – Chuck, working off road in uneven ground, sometimes steeper situations with safety and proficiency.
• Physical Stamina: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the stamina to operate heavy machinery for extended periods and manage logs that can weigh several tons.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in log loading operations. The operator must be attentive to ensure logs are handled safely and correctly.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Logging sites can present unpredictable challenges. The operator must be adept at troubleshooting and resolving issues that may arise during operations.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication is necessary for coordinating with team members and ensuring smooth workflows.
Safety Measures
Safety is a critical aspect of the log loader operator's role. Key safety measures include:
• Equipment Inspections: Conducting thorough inspections before and after use to identify and address potential hazards.
• Use of PPE: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, and safety boots must be worn at all times.
• Adherence to Protocols: Following established safety protocols and guidelines to minimize risks.
• Training and Certification: Ensuring that operators are adequately trained and certified to handle log loaders and other machinery.
• Must have Valid Class 5 drivers License
• Preference given to those with valid Intermediate First Aid certification