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Tilter Hoe-Chuck Operator
Prime Contractor: Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd. / Newcastle Timber Ltd.
Location: Northern Vancouver Island Operations
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Home every night)
Pay: $44.11/hr (Union Wages)
Precision Log Handling in Rugged Terrain
We are looking for a seasoned Tilter Hoe-Chuck Operator to join our mechanized logging crew. This is a high-production seat that requires a “safety-first” mindset and a deep understanding of excavator-based log movement. You’ll be responsible for hoe-chucking and staging wood in alignment with WorkSafeBC Part 26 and our strict company safety standards.
The Role
You aren’t just moving logs; you are managing the corridor. You will be responsible for:
• Safe Log Movement: Moving logs in a controlled manner to prevent roll-outs, kickbacks, or uncontrolled movement.
• Tilt-Head Management: Operating the tilt-head strictly within rated limits to avoid cylinder or pin failure.
• Terrain Assessment: Assessing ground stability and maintaining safe machine positioning on steep or broken North Island ground.
• Crew Coordination: Using positive radio communication to maintain a 300 ft (90 m) danger zone and coordinating with processors and bunchers to avoid conflict points.
• Decking: Building stable log decks with solid bases to prevent shifting or sliding.
The HDL Package
• Predictable Schedule: Monday to Friday day shifts.
• Competitive Compensation: $44.11/hr plus a comprehensive Union Pension and benefits package.
• Full Protection: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death coverage.
• Health & Wellness: Extended health, dental, vision, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) to support you and your family.
• Professional Environment: Work for a respected, SAFE Certified company that invests in its equipment and its people.
• Great Schedule: Monday to Friday. No camp life—stay local and get home every night.
• Career Growth: We take pride in training our crew. This is a great place to develop your skills in the logging industry.
Qualifications & Experience
What You Bring to the Cab
• Proven Competency: Demonstrated experience in excavator-based log movement using a tilt-head.
• Mechanical Knowledge: Ability to conduct full walk-around inspections, identifying leaks, cracked welds, or hydraulic drift.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of Saw Chain Shot risks, exclusion zones, and the proper use of protective structures (FOPS/ROPS).
• Safety Mindset: SAFE Certification standards are our baseline. Intermediate or Advanced First Aid is an asset
• Communication: Expert radio protocol and the ability to work seamlessly with a ground crew and rigging team.
• Certification: Valid company orientation and site-specific training (or the ability to pass our competency sign-off).